In a thrilling conclusion to the ice hockey world championship, Finland secured its fifth title and first since 2022 with a narrow 1-0 victory over Switzerland in the tournament final on Sunday. The decisive moment came when Buffalo Sabres rookie center Konsta Helenius scored the winning goal in overtime, sending the Finnish team into jubilation. The championship marks a significant achievement for Finland, which has been a consistent force in international hockey. The victory also highlights the impressive performance of its young players, including Helenius, who made a lasting impression in his first major international tournament.
Buffalo Sabres rookie center Konsta Helenius scored 10:42 into overtime, giving Team Finland a 1-0 victory over Switzerland on Sunday in the tournament final at the ice hockey world championship in Zurich, the nation's fifth title and first since 2022.