"At the Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena, the olympic journey for Italy's men's ice hockey team officially ended today, as Switzerland dominated the board and took the quarterfinals spot from the host country. Despite losing NHL star Kevin Fiala to a tournament-ending leg injury, Switzerland defeated the host nation to advance, and climb higher to reach the podium. As scores show Team Italy's journey (Feb 11: SWE 5-2 ITA), (Feb 12: SVK 3-2 ITA), (Feb 13: FIN 11-0 ITA), (Feb 17: SUI 3-0 ITA), it was a tough exit for the host nation."
"Early in the first period at 01:19, Italy's goaltender Damian Clara fails to protect the net, as Philipp Kurashev shoots the puck and found the back of Team Italy's net, putting Switzerland first onto the boards with a goal assisted by New Jersey Devils teammates NIco Hischier and Timo Meier. 10:01 into the game, Team Italy's Thomas Larkin was awarded with a 2 minute penalty for holding the stick."
Switzerland beat Italy 3-0 at Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena, eliminating Italy from the 2026 Olympic men's hockey tournament. Italy finished 0-4 with losses to Sweden (5-2), Slovakia (3-2), Finland (11-0), and Switzerland (3-0). Switzerland advanced to the quarterfinals despite losing NHL forward Kevin Fiala to a tournament-ending leg injury. Philipp Kurashev opened the scoring at 01:19, with assists from Nico Hischier and Timo Meier. Roman Josi added a goal after a Thomas Larkin penalty at 10:01. Italy's Damian Clara made 48 saves in the final game and remained competitive at even strength. Multiple penalties marked the second period.
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