TODAY LIVE | The Olympic tournament offers a treat for hockey fans: Finland - Sweden
The upcoming Olympic men's ice hockey match between Finland and Sweden is set to showcase legendary rivals, with Finland entering after a loss.
Today at 13:05 EET, the ETV+ and ERR sports portal will broadcast a live match from the Olympic men's ice hockey tournament featuring Finland versus Sweden in Milan Cortina. Commentators Kristjan Kalkun and Rauno Parras will provide insights during the game. The match is highly anticipated as it pits two legendary national teams against each other, with significant weight not only given to the sport itself but also to the historic rivalry shared by the two nations.
Finland, the current defending champion after securing their first Olympic gold medal in Beijing four years ago, finds themselves in a challenging position having lost their opening match in Group B to Slovakia with a score of 1:4. On the other hand, Sweden has entered the tournament on a high note, winning 5:2 against Italy in their initial game. This match is crucial for Finland as they aim to bounce back, while Sweden seeks to carry their winning momentum into this historic matchup.
The Swedish team is favored, not only due to their recent victories against Finland but also because they won their last encounter during the World Championships. However, with most players being NHL professionals, past results can be misleading, and the upcoming game promises to be fiercely contested, showcasing the high level of talent and competitive spirit characteristic of Olympic hockey tournaments.