The Swedish Wall: Can Defence Win the Tournament

If Sweden slows the game down, they can steal the tournament.

‍Sweden's path to victory is all about discipline and execution. Led by Victor Hedman and Rasmus Dahlin, their defence is the best in the tournament, and if they can dictate play in their own zone, they will frustrate high-flying teams like Canada and the USA. Their goaltending, with likely starter Linus Ullmark or Filip Gustavsson, will need to be elite. If Sweden turns games into low-scoring affairs, where players like Elias Pettersson and William Nylander capitalize on limited chances, they can grind their way to a championship.

Tre Kronor or Three-and-Out?

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Without depth at center, the Tre Kronor could freeze on offense

Sweden's strength lies in its disciplined play and strong defence. However, a lack of depth at the center position could hinder their offensive production. If key players like Victor Hedman and Elias Pettersson are neutralized, Sweden may struggle to generate sufficient scoring opportunities, making it challenging to keep pace with higher-scoring teams.