Feb 9 • 14:43 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

Complete Defeat for the Women's Lions Coach

The Finnish women's ice hockey team lost another Olympic match, raising questions about their coach's priorities.

The Finnish women's ice hockey national team faced another defeat at the Olympics, losing 2-0 to the Czech Republic. This follows a larger loss against the USA, where they failed to score. Coach Tero Lehterä's team has not yet made a mark on the scoreboard in these games, which is raising concerns among fans and analysts alike regarding their performance and preparation.

After the match, Lehterä's remarks about the team's activities during their off-day sparked considerable surprise and criticism. He revealed that a significant part of their break was allocated to a team photo and social media activities instead of critical game preparations. This focus has left many questioning whether the players are receiving the appropriate coaching focus and motivation they need to succeed in such high-stakes competitions.

Expert Topi Nättinen weighed in on Lehterä's comments, suggesting they were imprudent. He pointed out that discussing team photos and social media seems misplaced when the focus should be on preparing for their upcoming matches. This has led to a troubling message sent to the players about the seriousness with which they are being taken by their coach, raising doubts about the team's overall direction and strategy as they continue in the tournament.

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