Czechs crash to 7:2 defeat against Sweden in ice hockey worlds warm-up

In ice hockey, the Czech Republic team suffered a crushing 2:7 defeat at the hands of Sweden in a warm up match for the upcoming World Championships which was held in Znojmo on Wednesday night. The Czechs were leading 2:1 in the first period but the visitors went on to score a further six goals without reply before the final buzzer. The game was held as part of the Euro Hockey Tour. The Swedes assured first place in the competition. The World Championships take place in Russia in the first week of May.

Author: Chris Johnstone