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Macklin Celebrini was named best forward and selected to the media all‑star team after scoring 14 points, including a pivotal backhand flip that set up a goal versus Finland, while Canada fell short in the semifinals and bronze‑medal game.
Finland clinches its fifth world title in a 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winner and Justus Annunen delivering 22 saves.
Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius delivering the decisive goal while Justus Annunen turned away 22 shots. The win marks Finland's fifth world title and completes a remarkable campaign that included a semifinal upset of Canada.
Finland defeated Switzerland 1‑0 in overtime to claim its fifth world title, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winning goal and goalie Justus Annunen making 22 saves.
Finland secured a 4-2 victory over Canada, setting up a final clash with Switzerland.
Finland defeated Canada 4-2 in the semifinal, with key contributions from Patrik Puistola, Aleksander Barkov, Konsta Helenius and Aatu Raty, while goalie Justus Annunen made crucial saves. Switzerland cruised past Norway 6-0, positioning themselves for a final clash with Finland that promises a historic outcome.
Finland secured a 4‑2 victory against Canada, with key goals from Patrik Puistola, Aleksander Barkov, Konsta Helenius and Aatu Raty, and will now contest the championship against Switzerland.
In a tense overtime at the ice hockey world championship, Norway edged Canada 3-2, with Noah Steen’s decisive goal sealing a breakthrough medal for the Scandinavians.
Norway edged Canada 3‑2 in sudden death, with Noah Steen’s goal at 3:32 of overtime sealing a historic medal. Canada rallied from a 2‑0 deficit, but Finland’s 4‑2 win set up a final showdown with Switzerland.
Norway secured its maiden bronze medal at the 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship, with Noah Steen’s overtime winner ending Canada’s title hopes.
Norway secured its maiden world championship medal with a 3-2 overtime win against Canada, as forward Noah Steen's decisive goal capped a tournament filled with upsets and breakthrough performances.
In a dramatic night of semifinals at the International Ice Hockey Federation tournament, Switzerland routed Norway 6‑0 and Finland edged Canada 4‑2, paving the way for a historic final between two European powers.
Finland defeated Canada 4-2 in the semifinals, setting up a final against Switzerland, while Canada will play Norway for the bronze medal.
Switzerland crushed Norway 6‑0 and Finland rallied from a 2‑1 deficit to beat Canada 4‑2, setting the stage for a highly anticipated championship match.
Finland defeated Canada 4-2 in the semifinals, setting up a final against Switzerland, who blanked Norway 6-0. Key performances and the upcoming bronze‑medal match highlight the tournament's climax.
Finland’s 4‑2 victory over Canada in Zurich sets up a gold‑medal clash with the hosts, as the Canadians gear up for a bronze‑medal match.
Finland defeated Canada 4-2 in the semifinals, setting up a final against Switzerland. The match highlighted standout performances from Barkov, Helenius and Annunen, while Switzerland routed Norway 6-0 to reach the championship game.
Canada and Finland will meet in a Saturday semifinal at Zurich's Swiss Life Arena, with a berth in the gold-medal game on the line.
The upcoming quarterfinals of the IIHF World Championship in Switzerland promise high‑stakes drama, with the United States defending champion facing Canada in a storied rivalry, while other matchups showcase emerging stars and seasoned leaders.
The United States defeated Austria 4-1, setting up a quarterfinal clash with Canada, while Canada edged Czechia 3-2. Several players delivered standout performances as the tournament moves into its next phase.
The knockout stage of the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championships features four high‑stakes quarterfinal games, with Canada facing the United States and other pivotal matchups highlighted by star players such as Devin Cooley, Aleksander Barkov and Rudolfs Balcers.
Finland crushed Latvia, Switzerland downed Great Britain, Canada survived an overtime battle with Norway, and Slovakia edged Denmark in a tight contest, setting the stage for the tournament’s next phase.
The Hockey News has opened its full archive to subscribers while unveiling the latest Top 100 rankings, highlighting key performances from Moritz Seider and other emerging talents.
Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk is competing in the International Ice Hockey Federation World Championship, seeking the rare "triple gold" achievement while Team USA faces a pivotal game against Germany.