Denmark Stuns Canada to Reach Historic Ice Hockey World Championship Semifinal

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For Denmark, the dream continues

Yes, it sounds like a fairytale — and in this one, the big bad wolf turned out to be Canada. In an electrifying quarterfinal at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Denmark pulled off one of the biggest shocks in tournament history, eliminating the reigning powerhouse with a dramatic 2-1 victory.

The Canadians, led by NHL legends like Sidney Crosby, controlled most of the game, dominating possession and peppering the Danish net with 40 shots. But this Danish side, full of heart and discipline, refused to fold. Trailing by just one goal late in the third period, they struck back with stunning precision — twice in the final three minutes.

Nikolaj Ehlers and Nick Olesen were the heroes, turning the game on its head and sending the Danish bench — and their fans — into delirium. But perhaps the true MVP was goaltender Frederik Dichow, who delivered a near-miraculous performance, stopping 39 of 40 shots and standing tall against relentless Canadian pressure.

For Denmark, the dream continues. They’ve booked their place in the semifinals for the first time ever, where they’ll face another European dark horse: Switzerland. Could this Cinderella story have more chapters left? Judging by tonight’s ice-breaking upset, anything is possible.

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