U.S. Triumphs Over Czech Republic and Canada Dominates Sweden at Ice Hockey World Championships
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
In a thrilling match at the IIHF World Championships, the United States defeated the defending champions, the Czech Republic, with a score of 5-2, securing second place in Group B. Canada also showcased their strength by defeating co-hosts Sweden 5-3, finishing atop their group. The U.S. will now face Finland in the quarter-finals, while the Czech Republic will play against Sweden. Austria made a significant achievement by defeating Latvia 6-1, advancing to the playoff round for the first time since 1994.
Key Points
The United States defeated the defending champions, the Czech Republic, 5-2 at the IIHF World Championships.
Canada beat Sweden 5-3, finishing first in their group.
The U.S. will play Finland in the quarter-finals.
The Czech Republic, finishing third in Group B, will face Sweden next.
Austria achieved a historic 6-1 win over Latvia, advancing to the playoff round for the first time since 1994.
Switzerland topped their group after defeating Kazakhstan 4-1.
