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While there were some concerns that playing as the host team might create too much pressure for Sweden, the team has instead played as if it didn't matter where the 2014 World Junior Championship was being contested. The Swedes have so far made an undeated run through this tournament, but they must now defeat their greatest rival, Finland, a second time to take their second gold medal in three years.
Sweden has landed in the gold medal game after a 2-1 win over Russia in the WJC semi-finals. Indeed, the road to the finale of this tournament has not been an easy one for Sweden, but they have played with confidence while featuring a balanced attack and excellent goaltending, ingredients that could serve them well in Sunday's match against the Finns.… read more
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