Finnish Defenseman Olli Määttä Shines as Finland Wins Gold at IIHF Men's World Championship In a thrilling conclusion to the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championship, Finland secured its first-ever gold medal with a nail-biting overtime victory over host Switzerland. The tournament's standout performer, Finnish defenseman Olli Määttä, celebrated his first gold medal finish with a resounding win. Määttä, a seasoned representative of the Finnish national team, demonstrated his exceptional skill and determination on the ice, leading his team to a historic triumph. As the IIHF Men's World Championship comes to a close, Finland's gold medal victory is a testament to the team's perseverance and Määttä's outstanding contributions.

Olli Määttä and Finland captured gold at the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championship, downing host Switzerland in overtime. It's the first gold medal finish for the Finnish blueliner, who has represented ...