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Sweden wins tense Olympic opener against Italy 5–2
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Sweden's Tre Kronor started the Olympic ice hockey tournament with a 5–2 victory over host nation Italy in Milan, but the game was closer than expected. The Swedes were pressured by the Italians, who tied the score twice despite Sweden's superior roster of NHL stars. Coach Sam Hallam calls for improvements ahead of the Finland matchup.