# Nordic nations refuse to face Russia in ice hockey World Championship

https://mins.news/en/item/127420

- Al Jazeera, 2026-11-03 15:18 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/11/3/nordic-nations-refuse-to-face-russia-in-ice-hockey-world-championship?traffic_source=rss

> Denmark, Norway and Sweden say they will not play Russia at the 2027 ice hockey World Championship because of the war in Ukraine, following Finland’s similar position. The tournament is scheduled for Germany, and the countries oppose Russia’s reinstatement.

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