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Canada was the best team in the group stage in the junior WC, and the team was a huge favorite before the semi-final against the Czech Republic.
And there were never any problems. Although the team was not as superior as many expected, there were no more than two goals from the Canadian clubs.
The Czech Republic removed the goalkeeper early
After these goals, which both came in the first period, the team did exactly what they needed. Although they did not create exceptionally many opportunities, they also did not launch many.
It wasn’t until the end of the match, after the Czech Republic eliminated the goalkeeper already in the 55th minute, that the Czechs created real pressure on Canada.
Russia or Slovakia in the semi
But instead of cutting back, it was as is often the case with the chosen goalkeeper, a goal in the open area for Canada, when Connor McMichael was able to get the puck into the open goal.
Therefore, Canada is ready for the semi-finals, where it will face Russia or Slovakia.
– We see the best team in the tournament so far, with the best goalkeeper in the tournament so far as well. They impress me a lot and big! All parts of the team collaborate and put in a great effort, says SVT sports expert Nils Ekman.
