Sunday’s second final was a showcase of Finland’s finest team performance
Team Finland – Team Canada 7-3
Canada Strikes First, Finland Responds
The second final began at a fast pace. At 3:33, Canada’s Emily Chénier broke through on a breakaway and deked Finnish goaltender Hanna Minkkinen, giving the visitors a 0-1 lead. Despite the early setback, Finland controlled the game and, just like the day before, fired nearly twice as many shots as Canada. Finland equalized with a goal by Ida Adler, assisted by Maija Väyrynen and Camilla Ojapalo. On defense, Hanna Ovaska played a key role, shutting down a scoring attempt by Canada’s Britney Snowdon.
Marie-Pier Blanchard had a chance near the end of the period, but Minkkinen made a solid save.
Finland Takes Over in the Second and Third Periods
Early in the second period, Adler scored again, finishing a rebound from the corner to give Finland a 2–1 lead. Finland’s relentless pressure and 24 shots in the period paid off. At 18:41, Iina Kupiainen fired a top-corner goal at high speed, extending the lead to 3–1. Maija Väyrynen launched a shot from the blue line that bounced off Canadian goalie Laurie St-Pierre’s pads. Camilla Ojapalo picked up the loose ring and scored Finland’s fourth goal. In the third period, Adler completed her hat trick after receiving a pass from Väyrynen through Canada’s defensive line. Finland’s scoring momentum continued despite Canada switching goalies. Kia Kosunen netted Finland’s sixth goal with finesse, and Väyrynen added the seventh with a strong skate past the Canadian defense. Sarah Macdonald, now in goal for Canada, couldn’t keep up with Väyrynen’s pace.
Canada’s Late Push and Finland’s Win
In the fourth period, Canada pushed back, firing 24 shots. Despite the pressure, Finnish goalie Hanna Minkkinen was outstanding, allowing only two goals. Canada’s Gillian Dreger drove toward the Finnish net while the defense was positioned low, scoring Canada’s second goal. Shortly after, Blanchard scored from the center of the slot, assisted by Laurence Laroque and Manon Vautour.
The final score stood at 7–3, and Finland celebrated its ninth consecutive World Championship title in the Sam Jacks Pool.
Awards Ceremony Highlights
At the end of the match, the best and most valuable players of the game and tournament were recognized:
Suek’s Fair Play Award: Kia Erkkilä
Best Players of the Match: Ida Adler and Vail Ketsa
Most Valuable Players of the Tournament: Ida Adler and Britney Snowdon
Best Player of the Tournament: Maija Väyrynen
