The National Hockey League (NHL) announced that the 2028 World Ice Hockey Championship will be hosted in cities across Canada: Edmonton and Calgary, along with the capital city of the Czech Republic, Prague. The tournament is set to include eight teams that will compete in a total of 17 matches, with the semifinals and finals scheduled to occur in Edmonton. The announcement builds excitement for hockey fans as it marks the return of the championship to the international stage after the last event held in 2016.

The previous World Cup of Hockey, which took place in 2016, featured notable teams including Canada, the United States, Czech Republic, Finland, Sweden, Russia, as well as a European team and a North American team made up of younger players aged 23 and under. Canada emerged victorious in that event, defeating the European team in a best-of-three final, thus reinforcing its status as a dominant force in international hockey. As the NHL prepares for the future, anticipation is building regarding which countries' national teams will participate in the upcoming tournament.

As the 2028 championship approaches, both Canada and the Czech Republic are gearing up to welcome international teams and fans, promising exciting ice hockey action. Hosting such a prestigious event is expected to enhance the profile of both countries as key players in ice hockey and could bring economic and cultural benefits associated with increased tourism and sporting celebrations during the championship. Furthermore, it serves as an opportunity for aspiring players to showcase their skills on a global stage, potentially inspiring a new generation of hockey talent.