World Juniors 2026: Canada Advances, USA and Finland Exit
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The New York Times
The 2026 World Juniors quarterfinals saw the USA, the host nation and two-time defending champion, upset by Finland in overtime, while Canada secured a dominant win to reach the semifinals. Sweden, Czechia, and Switzerland also advanced, with Switzerland honoring fire victims by wearing mourning armbands. The tournament highlighted strong performances from prospects and the emotional impact of recent tragedies.