Finland stuns U.S. in world junior hockey quarterfinals
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Key Points:
- Finland defeated the two-time defending champion United States 4-3 in overtime during the world junior hockey quarterfinals, with Arttu Valola scoring the game-winning goal at 2:11 of overtime.
- This victory served as revenge for Finland, who lost to the U.S. 4-3 in overtime in last year's final. Finnish captain Aron Kiviharju praised the U.S. team but emphasized Finland's determination.
- In the semifinals, Finland will face Sweden, while Canada will play Czechia; Sweden beat Latvia 6-3, Canada dominated Slovakia 7-1, and Czechia defeated Switzerland 6-2 in their quarterfinal matches.
- Key U.S. players included Boston University's
