In the Olympic group stage, the Czech Republic faced a tough competition, suffering a 0-5 loss to Canada, defeating France 6-3, but ultimately losing 3-4 in overtime to Switzerland. Conversely, Denmark had a challenging path in Group C, with losses against Germany (1-3) and the USA (3-6), but clinched a crucial 4-2 victory over Latvia, ensuring their advancement in the knockout stage at Latvia's expense.

The match saw the Czech team labeled as the favorites, yet the first period demonstrated a fierce competition with neither team establishing a dominant lead. Denmark started strong, showcasing their offensive skills during a power play, although they struggled to convert those opportunities into shots on goal. Conversely, the Czechs attempted to take advantage of their late-period power play, but the disciplined Danish defense thwarted their efforts, resulting in a scoreless first period.

As the game progressed, the Czech team needed to capitalize on their experience and skills to break into Denmark's formidable defense, while Denmark would aim to build on their early momentum from their group stage success. This match not only held significance for the teams as a chance to advance but also highlighted the growing competitiveness among European hockey teams in the Olympics, setting the stage for future encounters.