In a thrilling quarterfinal matchup, Finland staged a remarkable comeback against Switzerland, securing a 3-2 victory in overtime. The reigning Olympic champions faced a daunting 2-0 deficit before rallying late in the game in Milan.
Finland’s Dramatic Comeback
Finland’s victory was marked by key contributions from their players. The team struggled to breach the Swiss defense, led by goalie Leonardo Genoni, until the game shifted in the final minutes.
- Scoring Summary:
- Finland initially trailed after Swiss goals by Damien Riat and Nino Niederreiter.
- With just under six minutes remaining, Sebastian Aho scored, reducing the deficit to one.
- Defenceman Miro Heiskanen then scored the equalizer with just over a minute left, sending the game into overtime.
- Artturi Lehkonen clinched the victory with the overtime winner during a three-on-three period.
Upcoming Semifinal Matchup
Finland’s hard-fought win sets the stage for their upcoming semifinal clash against Canada. This match is scheduled for Friday at 10:40 a.m. ET (7:40 a.m. PT).
In another semifinal, the United States will challenge Slovakia. The gold medal showdown will conclude the Olympic hockey competition on Sunday.
Finland’s impressive resilience and team effort exemplify their determination to defend their Olympic title as they advance to the next stage of the tournament.
