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Finland wins gold, Norway claims bronze at 2026 World Championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Finland wins gold, Norway claims bronze at 2026 World Championship

Summary

Finland secured the gold medal in the 2026 IIHF World Championship with an overtime victory against Switzerland. Konsta Helenius scored the decisive goal, assisted by Anton Lundell and Mikko Lehtonen. This marks Finland's fifth championship title. Switzerland earned silver for the third consecutive time on home ice. Norway finished strong, defeating Canada to claim the bronze medal, with Noah Steen scoring the game-winning goal in overtime. This is Norway's first medal in the World Championship history.

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By the Numbers

•Finland won gold after an overtime win over Switzerland.
•Konsta Helenius scored the gold medal-winning goal for Finland.
•Switzerland finishes with silver for the third straight year.
•Norway claimed bronze by defeating Canada in overtime.
•Noah Steen scored the overtime winner for Norway.

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9:30 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Championship: Finland Nets Gold, Norway Upset Canada For Bronze

What they're saying

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Finland bested Switzerland in the gold medal game with a dramatic overtime finish on Sunday. Roman Josi wins tournament MVP, and Norway upsets Canada for bronze in the final day of the IIHF 2026 World Championship.
— Yahoo Sports

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