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Finland Stuns US 4-3 in OT at World Junior Hockey Quarterfinals
Arttu Valola scored at 2:11 of overtime as Finland upset the two-time defending champion United States 4-3 in the world junior hockey quarterfinals in St. Paul, Minn. Lee Ryker tied it late for the US, but Finland's Lee Tuuva and Joona Saarelainen scored key third-period goals.
The US had lost their last two tournament games after winning the first three.
Sweden Crushes Latvia 6-3 in World Junior Quarterfinals
Anton Frondell scored twice in Sweden's 6-3 victory over Latvia, remaining perfect in five games. Defenseman Leo Sahlin Wallenius added a goal and two assists for the Swedes.
The win advances Sweden in the tournament held in St. Paul.
Czechia Defeats Switzerland 6-2 in World Junior Quarterfinals
Czechia beat Switzerland 6-2 in Minneapolis with goals from Tomas Galvas, Samuel Drancak, Adam Jiricek, Petr Sikora, Jiri Klima, and Jakub Fibigr. This quarterfinal victory keeps Czechia's medal hopes alive.
Other matches include Canada vs. Slovakia later.
Germany Beats Denmark 8-4 to Avoid Relegation in World Juniors
Germany won the relegation game 8-4 over Denmark in Minneapolis, with Manuel Schams scoring twice. This result ensures Germany stays in next year's main event.
Denmark drops to Division I-A.
AFCON Round of 16 Kicks Off in Morocco with Key Matches
Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 action shapes up in Morocco on January 3, 2026. Highlighted alongside Premier League and Serie A games for a packed Saturday football schedule.
Euronews notes Morocco welcoming the knockout stage.
Padel Emerges as World's Fastest-Growing Sport in 2026
Padel is booming from packed clubs in Spain to new venues across Europe and beyond. Euronews promotes it as the hottest new sport to try in 2026 amid its global phenomenon status.
The racket sport combines tennis and squash elements.
Premier League and Serie A Feature in Saturday Football Slate
Several Premier League matches and Serie A clashes highlight today's global football calendar. These games join AFCON Round of 16 for an exciting day of soccer action.
The Rio Times outlines the key fixtures.
Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Set for March
Italy hosts the Paralympic Winter Games from March 6-15, featuring 79 medal events across six sports. The Opening Ceremony at Arena di Verona kicks off competitions in Milan, Val di Fiemme, and Cortina.
Athletes from 50 countries expected.
Australian Open 2026 Tennis Tournament Scheduled for January
The Australian Open runs from January 18 to February 1 in Melbourne, Australia. Major tennis event marks the start of the 2026 Grand Slam season.
Fans can plan trips via sports holiday calendars.
NHL Winter Classic 2026 Highlights Early Year Hockey
The 2026 NHL Winter Classic takes place on January 2 in Miami, Florida. This outdoor game draws massive attention as a marquee event.
Followed by Stadium Series on February 1 in Tampa.
UFC 325 Set for Sydney in Late January Combat Sports Clash
UFC 325 headlines combat sports on February 1, 2026, in Sydney, Australia. Part of a busy early-year calendar including motorsport and more.
High anticipation for the mixed martial arts event.
Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix Leads 2026 Racing Calendar
The F1 Australian Grand Prix is scheduled for March 5-8 in Melbourne. Kicks off the Formula 1 season ahead of China and Japan races.
Qatar Airways sponsors the event.