IIHF Championship
Sweden rallies past Switzerland for 4-2 win in world juniors
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Sweden overcame a 2-1 deficit to defeat Switzerland 4-2 in their second preliminary-round game at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship. Lucas Pettersson scored twice in the third period to secure the victory, while Viggo Bjorck tied the game early in the frame. The evenly matched contest highlighted strong goaltending on both sides.
As the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship unfolds in Minnesota—kicking off December 26 with preliminary games split between St. Paul and Minneapolis—defending champion Team USA chases a historic three-peat, bolstered by eight returnees. Canada, seeking to end a two-year medal drought, fields a powerhouse led by top prospect Gavin McKenna. The tournament runs through January 5, highlighting NHL futures and rivalries.
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The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship opens today in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, showcasing elite under-20 players from 10 nations. Top NHL draft-eligible prospects like Gavin McKenna of Canada and Ivar Stenberg of Sweden will compete over the next 11 days. The event features preliminary rounds at Grand Casino Arena and 3M Arena at Mariucci, with medal games concluding on January 5.