Nordic nations refuse to face Russia in ice hockey World Championship
Summary
Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland say their national teams will not play Russia in international ice hockey while the war in Ukraine continues. Their statements follow a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling that Russia must be admitted to the 2027 World Championship; the IIHF has opposed the ruling.Key Facts
- Norway said it would refuse to play Russia at the 2027 World Championship but would play its other group matches.
- Denmark's federation said it could not see its team playing Russia under the current circumstances.
- Sweden said its national teams would not play Russian teams while the war in Ukraine continues.
- Finland said it would use all possible means to prevent Russia from returning to the championships.
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled on October 30 that Russia must be admitted to the world championships after an appeal by the Russian Ice Hockey Federation.
- The 2027 World Championship is scheduled to take place in Germany in May, and its draw and schedule were made without Russia.
- The IIHF opposed the court ruling and said it would create significant practical implications.
- Turku, Finland, said it would withdraw from hosting the 2027–2028 junior world championships if Russia is allowed to take part.
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