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Sweden Triumphs Over Germany in World Championship Opener

Two quick goals at the beginning of the third period lifted the Women's Crown to an important victory in the World Championship premiere. It ended 5–2 against the nightmare opponent Germany.

Sweden Triumphs Over Germany in World Championship Opener

Lisa Johansson, 33, Leads Swedish Women's Hockey as a Role Model

She is the oldest outfield player in a Swedish World Championship team in 13 years. The forward of the Women's Crown, Lisa Johansson, who turns 33 years old this week, is praised for her drive.

Lisa Johansson, 33, Leads Swedish Women's Hockey as a Role Model

Sweden's Maja Nyhlén Persson Out, Hanna Olsson Returns for World Championship

Sweden has been hit by a setback ahead of the World Championship in hockey. New York-back Maja Nyhlén Persson will miss the championship.

Sweden's Maja Nyhlén Persson Out, Hanna Olsson Returns for World Championship

Veteran steps forward – Women's Hockey Team qualifies for the Olympic Games

The Women's National Team is clear for the Olympic Games in about a year, after 5–0 in the decisive qualifying match. Much thanks to veteran Lisa Johansson.

Veteran steps forward – Women's Hockey Team qualifies for the Olympic Games

The Lady Crowns closer to the Olympic Games - beat Norway in qualifying

The Women's Crown is one step closer to the Olympic Games in a year. Sweden started the Olympic qualifying tournament in ice hockey with a win against Norway with 3–0.

The Lady Crowns closer to the Olympic Games - beat Norway in qualifying

The Talent Back in the Olympic Games Hunt: "Flew Forward"

The women's national team is chasing a ticket to the Olympic Games in Milano Cortina next year. Then, the talent Mira Jungåker is back in the Swedish squad after an injury.

The Talent Back in the Olympic Games Hunt: "Flew Forward"

Tough encounter right away: "Very fun"

Most often, they face each other in championships. But already in the tournament in Tampere, Damkronorna will measure their strength against world champion Canada.

Tough encounter right away: "Very fun"