The reason: Leo Carlsson never came to play and Fabian Lysell stepped down after the first period. In addition, defender Elias Pettersson had a blast.
But ahead of the match against Canada on New Year’s Eve, there is now a Swedish message of joy.
— The situation in the squad is good. It looks like everyone is available to play for tomorrow, says national team captain Magnus Hävelid to Aftonbladet.
Hävelid then continues to tell about Leo Carlsson:
— Hope he is in the lineup. Just as I expect with Lysell and Elias Pettersson.
Sweden against Canada is played at 00.30 on the night of Sunday, Swedish time. Two points secures Swedish group victory.