In a competitive playoff match, the Latvian ice hockey team encountered a tough defeat against Denmark, with Danes scoring first and maintaining a strong lead. The game started with Denmark's early goal just 23 seconds into the match by Nikas Olesens, quickly followed by two more goals within the first 16 minutes from Nikolajus Alerssas and Mikelis Ogardsas, putting Latvia in a challenging position.

Despite the early setbacks, Latvian player Kristapas Zile managed to score towards the end of the first period, giving Ukraine hope. The second period saw Latvia pushing hard offensively, and Eduardass Tralmakas added another goal, narrowing the score to 3-2. However, despite their relentless pressure and attempts to secure a tie, Latvia failed to find the back of the net again against a resilient Danish defense.

The loss places Latvia at the bottom of their group in the tournament, setting them up for a daunting match against the formidable Swedish team in the next round. This defeat not only raises questions about Latvia's performance in the playoffs but also underscores the challenges they will face moving forward against such a strong opponent.