In a thrilling men’s ice hockey quarter-final matchup, defenceman Quinn Hughes scored an overtime goal, leading the United States to a 2-1 victory over Sweden. Hughes’ decisive slap shot secured the win, setting up a semi-final clash with Slovakia.
Sweden, considered a top contender, faced a tough quarterfinal after finishing third in their group. Hughes also assisted in setting up the opening goal, passing to his brother Jack, who then fed the puck to Dylan Larkin for the score.
Despite Sweden’s late goal in regulation, the U.S. team persevered in overtime, with Hughes sealing the victory and sparking celebrations on the ice. In a parallel match, Slovakia dominated Germany 6-2, advancing to the semi-finals with standout performances from Dalibor Dvorsky and Pavol Regenda.
Slovakia’s victory showcased their team effort, with players stepping up in critical moments. The team’s resilience and depth were evident as they secured a spot in the semi-finals, exceeding expectations in the tournament. Slovakia will face the U.S. in the semi-finals, while Canada will take on Finland in the other semi-final showdown.