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Dubai Eye
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
UAE to host 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE Winter Sports Federation, has successfully secured the hosting rights for the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Division II, Group A. The championship is scheduled to take place in April 2026. The announcement came during the annual General Assembly meeting of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), currently being held in Stockholm from May 22-25, with the participation of 84 nations. The UAE's bid received the overwhelming support of the majority of votes when competing against other nations' proposals. The endorsement was attributed to the exceptional and modern facilities highlighted in the UAE's bid, alongside its comprehensive logistical capabilities, which are expected to contribute significantly to the success of this global event. Hamel Ahmed Al Qubaisi, Vice President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation and head of the delegation participating in the International Ice Hockey Federation meetings, stated that the country's successful bid to host the global event is a culmination of the wise leadership's support, the attention of the Ministry of Sports, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and the follow-up of Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation.
ARN News Center
24-05-2025
- Sport
- ARN News Center
UAE to host 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE Winter Sports Federation, has successfully secured the hosting rights for the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Division II, Group A. The championship is scheduled to take place in April 2026. The announcement came during the annual General Assembly meeting of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), currently being held in Stockholm from May 22-25, with the participation of 84 nations. The UAE's bid received the overwhelming support of the majority of votes when competing against other nations' proposals. The endorsement was attributed to the exceptional and modern facilities highlighted in the UAE's bid, alongside its comprehensive logistical capabilities, which are expected to contribute significantly to the success of this global event. Hamel Ahmed Al Qubaisi, Vice President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation and head of the delegation participating in the International Ice Hockey Federation meetings, stated that the country's successful bid to host the global event is a culmination of the wise leadership's support, the attention of the Ministry of Sports, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and the follow-up of Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation.
Al Etihad
24-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE to host 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
24 May 2025 13:48 ABU DHABI (WAM)The UAE, represented by the UAE Winter Sports Federation, has successfully secured the hosting rights for the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, Division II, Group championship is scheduled to take place in April announcement came during the annual General Assembly meeting of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), being held in Stockholm from May 22 - 25 with the participation of 84 UAE's bid received the overwhelming support of the majority of votes when competing against other nations' proposals. The strong endorsement was attributed to the exceptional and modern facilities highlighted in the UAE's bid, alongside its comprehensive logistical capabilities, which are expected to contribute significantly to the success of this global Ahmed Al Qubaisi, Vice President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation and head of the delegation participating in the International Ice Hockey Federation meetings, stated that the country's successful bid to host the global event is a culmination of the wise leadership's support, the attention of the UAE Ministry of Sports, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and the follow-up of Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, President of the UAE Winter Sports Federation.
Japan Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Japan Today
Unbeaten Czechs shut out Germany and France relegated at ice hockey worlds
Slovenia's Matic Torok, center, celebrates his goal 1-3 with the team during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) Defending champion the Czech Republic shut out Germany 5-0 to stay unbeaten at the ice hockey world championship on Monday. The sixth win lifted the Czechs to the top of Group B, one point ahead of Switzerland and three more than the United States in third. The Czechs complete the group stage against the Americans on Tuesday. Germany and Denmark also meet on Tuesday and will decide the fourth team from the group to reach the quarterfinals. The Czechs' Jakub Flek scored twice and David Pastrnak rifled a one-timer from the left circle and set up Lukas Sedlak in the middle period. Jakub Lauko added a short-handed goal. Daniel Vladar shut out the Germans with 19 saves. In Stockholm, newcomer Slovenia beat France 3-1 to avoid relegation at the expense of the French. Later Monday, Canada plays Finland in Stockholm and Norway meets Hungary in Herning, Denmark. © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Unbeaten Czechs shut out Germany and France relegated at ice hockey worlds
France's Tim Bozon, left, scores 1-2 behind Slovenia's goalkeeper Lukas Horak during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) France's goalkeeper Quentin Papillon makes a save during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) Slovenia's Matic Torok, center, celebrates his goal 1-3 with the team during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) Slovenia's Matic Torok, center, celebrates his goal 1-3 with the team during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) France's Tim Bozon, left, scores 1-2 behind Slovenia's goalkeeper Lukas Horak during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) France's goalkeeper Quentin Papillon makes a save during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) Slovenia's Matic Torok, center, celebrates his goal 1-3 with the team during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship group A match between France and Slovenia in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, May 19, 2025. (Fredrik Sandberg/TT News Agency via AP) HERNING, Denmark (AP) — Defending champion the Czech Republic shut out Germany 5-0 to stay unbeaten at the ice hockey world championship on Monday. The sixth win lifted the Czechs to the top of Group B, one point ahead of Switzerland and three more than the United States in third. Advertisement The Czechs complete the group stage against the Americans on Tuesday. Germany and Denmark also meet on Tuesday and will decide the fourth team from the group to reach the quarterfinals. The Czechs' Jakub Flek scored twice and David Pastrnak rifled a one-timer from the left circle and set up Lukas Sedlak in the middle period. Jakub Lauko added a short-handed goal. Daniel Vladar shut out the Germans with 19 saves. In Stockholm, newcomer Slovenia beat France 3-1 to avoid relegation at the expense of the French. Later Monday, Canada plays Finland in Stockholm and Norway meets Hungary in Herning, Denmark. ___ AP sports:
