Michael Brandsegg-Nygard aids Norway to bronze over Canada at worlds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Michael Brandsegg-Nygard contributed to Norway's 3-2 overtime victory against Canada, securing the bronze medal at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship on May 31 in Zurich, Switzerland. Norway achieved its best-ever finish in the tournament, while Canada fell short despite forcing overtime with two late goals. The winning goal for Norway came from Noah Steen in the extra period. This follows Norway's heavy defeat in the semifinals against Switzerland. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store congratulated the team on social media, marking a historic moment for Norwegian ice hockey.
- •Norway defeats Canada 3-2 in overtime for bronze medal.
- •Canada was unable to secure a podium finish after late comeback effort.
- •Brandsegg-Nygard recorded one assist and was a pivotal contributor for Norway.
- •The victory marks Norway's best finish in IIHF history.
- •Prime Minister Store praised the achievement on social media.
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Wings' Brandsegg-Nygard wins bronze medal as Norway stuns Canada at worlds
"Michael Brandsegg-Nygard helped Norway pull off a staggering 3-2 overtime win to beat Canada and secure a bronze medal.
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