Hockey legend Peter Forsberg praises the World Championship in the Czech Republic! Who does he think will win this year’s World Championship?

This year’s Ice Hockey World Championship is heading into its eighth day, but it has already shown in its first group stage games that fans are simply having fun. Now, Swedish hockey legend Peter Forsberg has admitted that Prague and Ostrava are the perfect places for the World Championships.

The World Championships in Prague and Ostrava are now seven days old. Fans have seen some shocking twists and results during that time, this World Championship is simply and simply fun.

Both cities also have hilarious fan zones for their visitors, and although initially subject to criticism from some about not living the World Cup, it certainly doesn’t detract from the interest. There is interest in this year’s World Cup, plain and simple.

It must be added, the Czech Republic always manages to liven up this great tournament by hosting it. However, Swedish hockey legend Peter Forsberg sees another reason behind the relatively solid interest.

“The Czech Republic is a nice country for players who want to experience the World Cup. Young players want to come and show that they can represent their country ,” said Forsberg, quoted by Hokej.cz.

“And then there will be the Olympics … There may be pressure from the Canadian or U.S. national teams, for example, that if the players don’t come now, they would have less chance of getting into those two tournaments. In addition, there was a covid that also affected the participation of overseas players. Now there is more demand, they want to try to win the tournament,” he added.

Who will win the World Championship? Forsberg trusts the Swedes

And who has the best chance of winning gold medals? The Canadians and the Americans brought a great team, and the Swiss have a dangerous roster. But Forsberg naturally trusts the Swedes, who have the strongest defense in the championship.

“Especially the defense looks great, at least on paper, but I think it will be on the ice as well. You can win tournaments with a good defense. Not that the offense is bad, but the defense stands out. It’s one of the best Sweden has ever had,” Forsberg said.

Source: IIHF, Hockey.cz