Finland wins fifth world ice hockey title, beating Switzerland in overtime

Finland secured its fifth world ice hockey championship title on Sunday, triumphing over host nation Switzerland with a dramatic 1-0 victory in overtime. The decisive golden goal was scored by Konsta Helenius at 10:42 of the first overtime period, clinching the championship for the Finns.

This latest triumph adds to Finland's legacy in the sport, with previous world titles won in 1995, 2011, 2019, and 2022. The victory marks Finland's third world championship in the past seven years, solidifying its status as a dominant force in international ice hockey.

For Switzerland, the loss was particularly heartbreaking. The team has now accumulated six runner-up finishes in the World Championship, failing to secure its first-ever title despite reaching the final multiple times. This was Switzerland's fifth final appearance since 2013, and they have lost all of them.

In the bronze medal match, Norway secured third place by defeating Canada 3-2, also in overtime. The tournament concluded with Finland celebrating its hard-earned victory on Swiss soil.