Denmark's 4–2 victory means that Tre Kronor will face Latvia in the round of 16 of the Olympics. Goal difference decided the group, and it was the late empty-net goal that determined Sweden's upcoming opponent in the tournament.
They're cunning. Many smaller nations play with good structure and have a good goalie. They'll have great public support. It's important to play a smart game of hockey and respect their skill, says former hockey goalie and now expert commentator Henrik Lundqvist to SVT about the match against Latvia.
For Sweden, it will also be a chance for revenge. Tre Kronor fell to Latvia in the quarterfinals of the 2023 World Cup.
The USA defeated Germany 5-1 late on Sunday evening and advanced directly to the quarterfinals, as did Canada, both as undefeated group winners.
If Sweden were to win the round of 16 against Latvia, the USA would await in a possible quarterfinal.
It doesn't matter who we face; it will be a challenge and we'll be ready, says Auston Matthews of the USA to SVT.
Corrected version: Previously wrong year when Sweden met Latvia in the World Cup.
