In a thrilling quarterfinal match at the Milano Cortina Olympic Games ice hockey tournament, Finland secured a spot in the semifinals by overcoming a daunting 0-2 deficit against Switzerland. The Swiss team took an early lead in the first period, thanks to quick goals from Damien Riati and Nino Niederreiter, which set the tone for the match as they dominated play for much of the game. It took Finland almost 54 minutes to break through and score, as Sebastian Aho delivered the initial goal, narrowing the gap to 1-2 with only minutes remaining in the third period.

Finland demonstrated resilience and tenacity as they tied the game with just 1.12 minutes left on the clock when Miro Heiskanen found the net, sending the match into overtime. This late-game heroics highlighted Finland's fighting spirit, reminiscent of their Olympic victory four years prior. In the overtime period, Finland maintained momentum, and about 3 minutes and 23 seconds into the extra period, Artturi Lehkonen scored the game-winning goal with assists from Anton Lundell and Esa Lindell, sealing Finland's dramatic turnaround.

The match was particularly significant for Finland, who had faced setbacks earlier in the tournament, including a loss to Slovakia. However, victories against Sweden and Italy allowed them to advance to the knockout stage. Finishing second in their group behind Slovakia, Finland's journey to the semifinals showcased their ability to overcome adversity and highlights the competitiveness of the Olympic ice hockey tournament. With this win, they remain a strong contender for the gold medal once again.