Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa attended a training session of the national hockey team in Milan, expressing confidence in their chances at the upcoming Olympics.
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa visited the Olympic ice arena in Milan on Saturday to watch the training session of the country's national hockey team. She praised the players, stating, "They skate excellently and quickly," indicating her belief that they have a great chance for a favorable outcome in the Olympic tournament. Siliņa expressed her support for the team, wishing them strength, luck, and victories, while anticipating their return home with medals.
The Latvian hockey team held their first training session at the 'Santa Giulia' arena in Milan, where they are gearing up for their first match of the Olympic tournament next Thursday against the USA. The tournament will feature 12 teams, divided into three groups of four. Each group’s top team, along with one of the best second-place teams, will advance to the quarter-finals, while the others will compete in a qualification round for a spot in the quarter-finals.
In Group C, Latvia will face off against the USA, Germany, and Denmark, while the Finnish team will compete in Group B. The structure of the Olympic tournament is designed to intensify competition, making every match crucial for the teams involved, particularly as they strive for Olympic glory.
