Canada opened its latest outing at the International Ice Hockey Federation world championship with a convincing 5‑1 win over Slovakia in Fribourg, Switzerland. The result not only added three points to the Canadian ledger but also reinforced a goal differential that now stands at a comfortable margin.
The victory extended Canada’s unbeaten run in Group B to six straight games, positioning the team firmly at the summit of the standings as they head into the final round of competition.
Standout Performances
Macklin Celebrini, John Tavares, Gabriel Vilardi and Ryan O'Reilly each contributed a goal and an assist, underscoring the depth of Canada’s offense. Dylan Cozens also found the net, with Sidney Crosby credited for the primary helper on that play. The collective effort highlighted a balanced attack that left Slovakia scrambling to respond.
In other group action, Finland and Switzerland finished atop Group A with 18 points each, while Britain endured a winless stretch that culminated in relegation after six straight losses. Italy managed to break its point drought with a 3‑2 shootout defeat to Denmark, earning its first point of the tournament.
What’s Next
Canada will close its group stage on Tuesday against Czechia, a match that could determine the final seeding and secure a favorable playoff path. Meanwhile, Czechia aims to maintain its own momentum as it looks to finish the round robin on a high note.