Finland's Women’s Lions concluded the group stage of the Olympic tournament with a disappointing 0-5 defeat against Canada. The match revealed a stark contrast in the caliber of play between North American and European teams; the significant gap has widened over recent years, as evidenced by Canada previously overwhelming Finland with an intent of 11-1 during their last encounter at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. In this latest match, the Finnish team showed resilience, managing to stay in contention for longer than their past games against the Canadian team, although ultimately they could not secure a win.

The match began with Finland holding their ground against the heavy favorite Canada, with the score remaining close until the latter part of the second period. Canada took an early lead, scoring in the late first period, but Finland's defense held firm for a considerable time, keeping the game competitive and raising hopes for the Finnish fans. This brief moment of competitiveness indicated potential for improvement in their play, reflecting a mixed performance that left fans both hopeful and frustrated as the team moves into the next phase of the tournament.

Despite the loss, observers noted that Finland's ability to take on Canada during significant phases of the game could hint at future possibilities for growth within their national women’s ice hockey program. However, the looming challenge remains to bridge the growing gap between North American teams and their European counterparts to enhance Finland's chances in future international competitions. Thus, while the Women's Lions faced a heavy defeat this time, their effort to compete closely against a top-tier team can serve as a learning experience as they prepare for upcoming challenges.