In a dramatic conclusion to the key match between Denmark and Latvia, the Czech Republic learned they would face Denmark in the Olympic qualifying rounds instead of their expected opponents.
A key match on Sunday between Denmark and Latvia caused significant drama regarding the Czech Republic's opponents in the Olympic pre-qualification tournament in Milan. As the game closed, there was uncertainty as to whether the Czech team would face either Denmark or Germany, depending on the outcome. At a critical point, the Danes led 3-2, meaning that the Czechs would have to prepare for Latvia should that score hold. However, with Latvia pushing hard to equalize by playing with six players, a change in the Czech's expected opponent was looming if Latvia could secure a point.
