Today at 17:35, ETV+ and ERR's sports portal will broadcast the live semifinal match of the men's hockey tournament between Canada and Finland from Milano Cortina. Commentators Kristjan Kalkun and Rauno Parras will cover the event. The Canadian national ice hockey team excelled in the A group, securing a direct advancement to the quarterfinals with a perfect record. They dominated their first three matches against the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and France, showcasing their strength with victories of 5:0, 5:1, and 10:2, respectively. In the quarterfinals, Canada faced the Czech Republic again in a tougher match but managed to secure their spot in the semifinals with a 4:3 victory in overtime, narrowly avoiding elimination. Meanwhile, the Finnish ice hockey team, who were crowned Olympic champions in Beijing, started their tournament on a rough note with a 1:4 loss to Slovakia. However, they rebounded strongly, defeating Sweden 4:1 and Italy with a staggering score of 11:0. As the team that secured the best runner-up position, Finland advanced directly to the quarterfinals, where they also faced a challenge against Switzerland, but emerged victorious with a 3:2 win in overtime. The match between Canada and Finland is highly anticipated, as both teams have shown resilience and skill throughout the tournament. This semifinal will not only determine the first finalist but also highlight the competitive spirit of international ice hockey, drawing attention from fans around the world, particularly those in the competing nations.