The Finnish national ice hockey team, known as the Lions, enjoyed a rest day in Milan while other matches concluded with crucial outcomes for their tournament path. Specifically, the Czech Republic's victory over Switzerland in overtime was beneficial for Finland, as it led to a favorable placement as the second-best group finisher, thanks to a positive goal difference.

Finland's next challenge will come in the quarterfinal round, where they will face the winner of a preliminary match between teams ranked 5th and 12th in the group stages. The implications of the Czech-Swiss game were significant because it determined the placement and potential matchups for Finland moving forward in the tournament.

The Lions will have to keep an eye on Latvia's performance as they compete later in the day. If Latvia wins against Denmark in regulation time, they would secure a strong position as the second-best group finisher, which could influence Finland's route in the knockout stages. Overall, Finland's strategic position in the tournament remains promising following the latest results.