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Finland won gold in overtime
Finland defeated host nation Switzerland 1–0 in overtime in the gold-medal game on 31 May 2026. Konsta Helenius scored the decisive goal at 10:42 of the first overtime period. The win delivered Finland’s first men’s world title since 2022.
The official IIHF tournament hub contains the complete schedule, standings, statistics, highlights and medal record. It should replace the speculative “European Cup” predictions in the earlier draft.
The 2026 tournament in Switzerland
The championship took place from 15 to 31 May in Zurich’s Swiss Life Arena and Fribourg’s BCF Arena. Sixteen national teams played a 64-game schedule through the preliminary round and knockout stages.
Group standings determined the quarter-final field. From there, single-elimination games produced the semi-finals and medal games, making official results essential once the knockout bracket began.
What to watch in an international hockey game
Shot totals are useful but incomplete. Track shot quality, special teams, faceoffs in key situations, defensive-zone exits and goaltending. Overtime and shootout rules can differ by stage and competition, so verify the tournament regulations.
Use the IIHF game centre for lineups, goals, penalties, shots and final status rather than an unofficial live-score copy.
Official hockey coverage and replays
IIHF lists its own video products and tournament coverage, with availability varying by territory. National broadcasters can hold separate rights. Check the event’s official “where to watch” information when available.
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Official sources used for this guide
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Ice Hockey guide questions
Who won the 2026 IIHF World Championship?
Finland beat Switzerland 1–0 in overtime to win gold.
Where was the 2026 tournament held?
Games were staged in Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland.
When was the tournament?
The championship ran from 15 to 31 May 2026.
How many teams played?
Sixteen national teams competed.