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USA Faces Sweden in Do-Or-Die Olympic Hockey Quarterfinal
sports7 days ago

USA Faces Sweden in Do-Or-Die Olympic Hockey Quarterfinal

Former USA coach Dan Bylsma says the Olympic quarterfinal against Sweden will be the toughest test and a do-or-die moment for the U.S., stressing that while the preliminaries allow wiggle room, the knockout round demands 60 playoff-style minutes; the U.S. relies on Connor Hellebuyck in goal and depth across four lines and three defense pairs, but will face Sweden’s star power and must stick to its system, forecheck hard, and stay focused to advance.

via NHL.com|
#hockey#olympics#quarterfinals
USA Braces for Tough Sweden Quarterfinal Clash
sports7 days ago

USA Braces for Tough Sweden Quarterfinal Clash

USA, resting into the knockout stage, meets Sweden in a high-stakes Olympic quarterfinal at Milano Cortina 2026; Connor Hellebuyck starts in goal, USA has no lineup changes from their win over Germany, and Sweden advanced by beating Latvia. Coaches and players acknowledge a tough test, emphasizing Sweden's speed and balance and the need for a fast, physical start.

via NHL.com|
#hockey#olympics#quarterfinals
Canada and USA Edge Toward Olympic Quarterfinals as Bracket Takes Shape
sports9 days ago

Canada and USA Edge Toward Olympic Quarterfinals as Bracket Takes Shape

Canada will face the winner of Czechia vs Denmark in the Olympic men’s hockey quarterfinals, while the United States will meet either Sweden or Latvia. Slovakia’s path points to Germany or France (Germany favored to beat France); Italy, the host, has yet to win and will play Switzerland for a shot at Finland in the quarters, with Finland awaiting the winner. Switzerland finished fifth in the group stage.

via Milano Cortina 2026|
#bracket#canada-usa#ice-hockey
USA Finishes Group Play Unbeaten, Sets Up Sweden Quarterfinal Showdown
sports9 days ago

USA Finishes Group Play Unbeaten, Sets Up Sweden Quarterfinal Showdown

Team USA went 3-0 in Group C with a 5-1 win over Germany, earning a bye into the Olympic quarterfinals as the No. 2 seed. Canada snagged the top seed. Sweden came into the knockout round via tiebreakers and will likely face the United States in the quarterfinals, while Latvia faces Sweden if they advance. Canada will play the Czechia/Denmark winner; Slovakia will meet the Germany/France winner; Finland earned the final bye and will face the Switzerland/Italy winner. The USA and Canada cannot meet until the gold medal game, which is scheduled for February 22, if both advance.

via OutKick|
#hockey#quarterfinals#sports
USA Storms Germany to Lock in Olympic Quarterfinal Bye
hockey10 days ago

USA Storms Germany to Lock in Olympic Quarterfinal Bye

Team USA cruised past Germany 5-1 to finish the Olympic group stage 3-0, clinching a direct pass to the quarterfinals and securing the top seed in Group C. Auston Matthews led the charge with two goals and an assist, Zach Werenski opened the scoring, and Tage Thompson added another as the U.S. prepared to face the Sweden-Latvia winner in the quarterfinals.

via NBC Olympics|
#auston-matthews#group-c-standings#hockey
Group B chaos could push Canada, USA or Sweden into an early must-win at the Olympics
sports11 days ago

Group B chaos could push Canada, USA or Sweden into an early must-win at the Olympics

A three‑team tie in Group B (Slovakia, Finland, Sweden) will be decided by head‑to‑head goal differential, likely sending Slovakia to win the group and Sweden down to 7–9 in the standings. That creates a scenario where two of the event’s powerhouses—Canada and the United States—could meet in a do‑or‑die quarterfinal, with Sweden forced into a tougher path and Slovakia facing Latvia or Germany in the quarters. The bracket’s lack of reseeding after the prelims heightens the drama and makes top seeds crucial for avoiding the toughest immediate matchup.

via The New York Times|
#canada#goal-differential#hockey
Morocco Advances to AFCON 2025 Semifinals After Defeating Cameroon
sports1 month ago

Morocco Advances to AFCON 2025 Semifinals After Defeating Cameroon

Morocco defeated Cameroon 2-0 to reach the AFCON 2025 semi-finals, with goals from Brahim Díaz and Ismail Saibari, ending a long-standing losing streak against Cameroon. Senegal also advanced after a 1-0 win over Mali, with Iliman Ndiaye scoring his first goal at the tournament. Both matches showcased strong performances from the winning teams, setting up semi-final clashes against other top African nations.

via Confédération Africaine de Football|
#afcon2025#cameroon#morocco
World Juniors 2026: Canada Advances, USA and Finland Exit
sports1 month ago

World Juniors 2026: Canada Advances, USA and Finland Exit

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.

via The New York Times|
#canada-wins-big#quarterfinals#sports
Debunking the Myth: Do First-Round Byes Harm College Football Playoff Success?
sports1 month ago

Debunking the Myth: Do First-Round Byes Harm College Football Playoff Success?

The article argues that the current college football playoff system could be improved by having the top four seeds host quarterfinal games on campus, similar to lower seeds, to reward their season performance and reduce fan travel burdens, especially as recent results suggest that byes may not provide the advantage they are supposed to.

via Sports Illustrated|
#byes#college-football#on-campus-games