In a thrilling match at the 2026 World Hockey Championship, Canada defeated Norway 6-5, thanks to Mark Scheifele’s impressive overtime hat trick. This dramatic victory took place in Fribourg, Switzerland, solidifying Canada’s position at the top of Group B.
Scheifele’s Heroics
Mark Scheifele scored his third goal in overtime, allowing Canada to secure the victory. He also contributed with an assist, marking a total of four points in the match. This performance underscores Scheifele’s significant role in the team’s success.
Dramatic Game Overview
The game had its ups and downs, with Norway briefly taking a 5-4 lead in the third period. Goals from Noah Steen and Tinus Luc Koblar, scored just under two minutes apart, shifted the momentum in favor of Norway.
Facing adversity, Canada pulled goaltender Cam Talbot for an extra attacker with just over two minutes left in the game. This strategic move paid off when Ryan O’Reilly found the net, tying the game and forcing overtime.
Key Contributions
- Mark Scheifele: 3 goals, 1 assist
- Ryan O’Reilly: 1 goal (game-tying)
- Gabriel Vilardi: 1 goal, 1 assist
- Dylan Cozens: 1 goal
- Evan Bouchard: 3 assists
- Noah Steen (Norway): 2 goals
- Tinus Luc Koblar (Norway): 1 goal
As the game concluded, Canada climbed to first place in Group B with 11 points, which include three regulation wins and one overtime victory. Their next challenge will be against Slovenia on Friday.
