2026 IIHF World Junior Championship Schedule
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The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship will be held in Gothenburg, Sweden, from December 26, 2025, to January 5, 2026. Here’s a detailed look at the schedule, including game dates and times. All times are local to Gothenburg, Sweden (Central European time, CET).
Tournament Schedule
The tournament features a round-robin group stage followed by a playoff bracket culminating in the gold medal game.
Group Stage – Preliminary Round
- Game 1: USA vs. czechia,Dec. 26 (5 p.m.)
- Game 2: Switzerland vs. Canada, Dec. 27 (5 p.m.)
- Game 3: Slovakia vs. USA, Dec. 29 (5 p.m.)
- Game 4: Sweden vs. Switzerland, Dec. 31 (5 p.m.)
Playoff Round
- Gold Medal Game: Jan. 5 (7:30 p.m.)
About the IIHF World Junior Championship
The IIHF World junior Championship is an annual ice hockey tournament featuring the best under-20 players from around the world. It’s considered one of the most prestigious junior hockey tournaments globally, and many future NHL stars participate. IIHF Official Website
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship will be hosted in Gothenburg, Sweden.
- The tournament runs from December 26, 2025, to January 5, 2026.
- Key matchups include USA vs. Czechia and Switzerland vs. Canada.
- The Gold Medal Game is scheduled for January 5th at 7:30 p.m. CET.
The 2026 World Junior Championship promises exciting hockey action. Fans can expect a high level of competition as the world’s top young players battle for gold. Further details regarding the full schedule, including all group stage games and playoff brackets, will be released by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) closer to the tournament date.
Published: 2025/12/01 22:01:16