Despite an overall tough game, it was a historic success for Austria. They win for the first time ever in a competitive game against the Czech Republic, which fell completely short of their potential. For Austria, the victory after a penalty shootout means two immensely important points in the fight against relegation.
Denmark is rehabilitating
In Group A, Denmark has come back after losing 6-0 to Switzerland. The team of coach Heinz Ehlers struggled to a 2:1 (1:0, 0:1, 1:0) against outsiders Italy and passed the German team (both 6) who were tied on points. Denmark is third, the selection of the German Ice Hockey Federation (DEB) fourth. Mathias Bau (42nd) fired the Danes to victory after Alex Petan (40th) equalized the lead of coach son Nikolaj Ehlers (16th).