Ice Hockey World Championship: Switzerland faces Norway in semifinal at home

The men's ice hockey World Championship has reached the semifinals in Switzerland. Today at 16:10, Switzerland, playing in front of home fans, will face the surprise team Norway.

The men's ice hockey World Championship has reached the medal stage in Switzerland. This afternoon at 16:10, Switzerland, backed by strong support from their home crowd, will take on Norway, whose tournament run has been a genuine surprise story.

The Swiss have played strong ice hockey throughout the tournament and have a huge advantage – they are playing in their home arenas with the backing of their home fans. This is invaluable moral support for the team, which could prove decisive in a tight contest.

Norway, meanwhile, has been the biggest surprise of the tournament. The Scandinavian team has managed to upset several favorites, and the question is whether their hot streak will continue in the semifinal. The match will be broadcast live by Duo 5 in collaboration with Postimees.