3 Takeaways From Sweden’s 3-2 Quarterfinal Win Over Latvia
4 days ago · While Sweden seemingly dominated the game offensively, Latvia refused to go down without a fight and kept things close. But in the end, Sweden proved too much for the Latvians, pulling off a 3-2 ...
Sweden advances over gutsy Latvia - IIHF
5 days ago · Sweden scored twice in the first period and persevered to defeat Latvia 3-2 in Thursday’s first quarter-final. The never-say-die Latvians rallied with two second-period goals from assistant captain Eriks Mateiko, but despite rousing cheers from the TD Place Arena crowd, the underdogs couldn't complete their comeback.
Sweden Outlasts Latvia in 3-2 Win to Advance to Semi-Finals
4 days ago · However, Sweden outlasted Latvia 3-2 to advance to the tournament’s semi-finals. ... The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. Updated hourly ...
Sweden hangs on for quarterfinal win over Latvia at world junior …
4 days ago · OTTAWA — David Edstrom's second-period power-play goal stood as the winner, and Sweden held on for a 3-2 victory over Latvia in quarterfinal action Thursday at the world junior hockey...
U.S. roars into semi-finals at world junior hockey championship …
4 days ago · Latvia made the Swedes sweat, with Eriks Mateiko scoring back-to-back goals to cut the lead to 3-2 heading into the second intermission
Sweden exacts revenge - IIHF
May 18, 2024 · Sweden defeated Latvia 7-2 this afternoon in Ostrava to remain a perfect 5-0 atop the Group B standings. The win clinches a playoff spot for Tre Kronor, which now has 15 points and two games remaining.
Sweden to Move Ahead With Sending Troops to Latvia as Part of …
Apr 25, 2024 · STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Sweden will move ahead with plans to send troops to Latvia as part of NATO's deployment in the Baltic countries, which share land borders with Russia and its ally Belarus,...
Sweden set to join Canadian-led brigade in Latvia once …
Dec 20, 2023 · Sweden's full membership in the military alliance is being blocked by Turkey and Hungary. The Nordic country is also set to play an important role in the multinational brigade that Canada is...
Latvian officials congratulate Sweden on NATO's accession
Feb 27, 2024 · Latvian officials, welcoming Sweden's accession to NATO on Monday February 26, emphasize that Sweden joining will strengthen the security of the region and the alliance as a whole.
Brinums (Miracle) in Riga! - IIHF
May 25, 2023 · Team Latvia is going to Finland to play for a medal! Miks Indrasis broke a 1-1 tie with a perfect shot at 5:55 of the third period to send Latvia to a stunning 3-1 upset of Sweden in the quarter-finals at Arena Riga.