The men’s ice hockey preliminary round continues today at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, Italy — and one of the most anticipated matchups sees Sweden facing Finland, two Nordic rivals with a deep and historic rivalry on the international stage.
📍 Match: Sweden 🇸🇪 vs. Finland 🇫🇮
🏒 Event: Milano Cortina 2026 – Men’s Ice Hockey (Group B)
📅 Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
⏱ Live Score: Finland 3, Sweden 1 (end of 2nd period)
🔥 Live Action Summary – Mid-Game
Finland has taken control, holding a 3–1 lead after two periods of play.
Goals from Finnish forwards gave them early momentum, while Sweden has battled back with a second-period marker to stay in contention.
The scoreline reflects a developing upset scenario, as Finland looks to rebound strongly after a tough opening loss to Slovakia.
This matchup rekindles a storied Nordic rivalry nearly 20 years after Sweden’s dramatic gold-medal win over Finland at the 2006 Turin Olympics — history that adds extra intensity to today’s meeting.
📌 Tournament Context
Sweden entered their Olympic campaign with a solid win over Italy earlier in the week, showcasing NHL talent and depth up front.
Finland, defending champions, struggled in their opener, falling 4–1 to Slovakia. Today’s game is a key opportunity to stay alive in group play.
The preliminary round continues through mid-February, with teams seeking positioning for the playoff rounds.
📊 How to Follow the Action
Live scores and updates are available on major sports networks and live score platforms covering “Olympics Hockey – Men.”
Many broadcasters and streaming services are offering live coverage of ice hockey at Milano Cortina, so fans worldwide can track all the action as it unfolds.
🏒 Why This Match Matters
Beyond the current scoreline, the Sweden vs. Finland clash hinges on regional pride, Olympic history and momentum — both teams need a strong result to boost their standings in the preliminary group and keep medal hopes alive.
