Today, starting at 17:35, ETV+ and ERR's sports portal will broadcast live from Milano Cortina as Canada faces Finland in the men's hockey semifinals. Commentators Kristjan Kalkun and Rauno Parras will provide insights during the game. Both teams have made significant progress in the tournament, showcasing strong performances in their respective groups leading to this decisive match.

Canada has had an impressive run in the A Group, winning all their matches without dropping a single point and gaining direct access to the quarterfinals. They recorded significant victories over the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and France. Their quarterfinal match against the Czech Republic was challenging, with Canada narrowly escaping elimination before clinching a 4-3 victory in overtime.

On the other hand, Finland, the reigning Olympic champions, faced an uphill battle in the B Group, starting with a loss against Slovakia. However, they bounced back decisively by defeating Sweden and Italy, ultimately qualifying for the quarterfinals as the best second-placed team. Finland secured a hard-fought victory over Switzerland with a 3-2 win in overtime, setting up what promises to be an exciting semifinal clash against Canada.