Granlund leads Finland to gold, Solberg's Norway wins bronze at worlds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 11:53 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Mikael Granlund and Team Finland claimed the gold medal at the 2026 IIHF World Championship by defeating Switzerland, highlighted by Konsta Helenius's overtime winner. Team Norway secured bronze, beating Canada in their match, with Stian Solberg contributing significantly. Granlund recorded one goal and five assists in the tournament, while Solberg averaged nearly 21 minutes of ice time per game. Granlund now has eight Olympic medals, marking his second in recent months. Solberg's performance is expected to help him secure a roster spot with the Anaheim Ducks next season.
- •Finland wins gold at the IIHF World Championship.
- •Norway earns its first-ever bronze medal in men's hockey.
- •Granlund records one goal and five assists in seven games.
- •Solberg averages 21 minutes per game and scores in the bronze match.
- •Granlund adds to his collection of eight Olympic medals.
- 11:53 PMYahoo Sports — Ducks’ Granlund, Solberg Win Medals at 2026 Men’s Worlds
"Mikael Granlund and Team Finland won gold versus Switzerland, while Stian Solberg and Team Norway beat Team Canada in the bronze medal game.
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