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For the third time in as many years, Canada fell short of an IIHF World Juniors title. The Canadians entered their semifinal matchup against Czechia as favorites, having previously swept aside each of their previous five foes.

But the Czechs weren’t to be denied, overcoming a late Porter Martone equalizer with a go-ahead strike with 1:14 left to best 20-time champion Canada and set up a date with Sweden in an all-European final.

The Canadians were left licking their wounds. They still have a chance at claiming a precious metal — they’ll take on an upstart Finland side seeking revenge after falling 7-4 to Canada in the final game of the group stage.

Zayne Parekh, Gavin McKenna and Michael Misa have emerged as standouts for the Canadians throughout this year’s tournament. They’ll get their last chance to make their mark on Monday, attempting to set a platform for future Canada sides to get back to winning ways in youth hockey’s most prestigious tournament.

The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Monday’s bronze medal match between Canada and Czechia. Follow below for highlights and live results as Canada attempts to claim bronze in this year’s World Juniors.

Canada vs. Finland score

  1 2 3 F
Canada 3 2    
Finland 2 1    

Canada vs. Finland updates, highlights from 2026 World Juniors hockey bronze medal game

(All times Eastern)

End of second period: Canada 5, Finland 3

6:09 p.m.: Canada keeps the Finland power play out of the net to end the period, but Finland still has 33 seconds left on the advantage.

6:07 p.m.: After some back-and-forth action, Michael Misa is called for a penalty to send Finland back to a power play.

Canada 5, Finland 3

5:58 p.m.: GOAL! Heikki Ruohonen scores for Finland to cut the deficit to two.

5:55 p.m.: Finland kills the penalty, hoping to gain some momentum as a result.

5:52 p.m.: Canada continues to control the game, leading to another power play as Finland heads back top the box.

5:46 p.m.: Down three, Finland hits the post as it tries to climb back into this one.

Canada 5, Finland 2

5:43 p.m.: GOAL! Sam O’Reilly tips a Gavin McKenna shot for his second score of the game.

5:42 p.m.: Michael Misa draws a slashing penalty so Canada gets another power play.

Canada 4, Finland 2

5:38 p.m.: GOAL! Porter Martone buries a goal to double the lead. On the goal, Zayne Parekh gets an assist to break the Canada points record by a defenseman.

5:36 p.m.: The second period is underway with Canada up a goal.

End of first period: Canada 3, Finland 2

5:17 p.m.: The period ends with a flurry by Canada that Finland is able to hold.

Canada 3, Finland 2

5:13 p.m.: GOAL! Zayne Parekh does it again with a score on the man advantage. He has tied the Canadian record for points and goals by a defenseman in the World Juniors.

5:11 p.m.: Canada heads to a power play when Lasse Boelius is called for cross-checking.

5:08 p.m.: Canada gets another two-on-one chance, but Liam Greentree’s shot is deflected out of bounds.

Canada 2, Finland 2

5:02 p.m.: GOAL! A strong Finland power play results in a Julius Miettinen goal to tie the game.

4:59 p.m.: Zayne Parekh is called for holding to send Finland to the first power play of the game.

4:55 p.m.: The scoring seems to have settled but both sides are finding opportunities early.

Canada 2, Finland 1

4:49 p.m.: GOAL! The scoring in this game continues with Braeden Cootes goal to give Canada the lead back.

Canada 1, Finland 1

4:47 p.m.: GOAL! Arttu Valila ties the game for Finland with a strike past Carter George.

Canada 1, Finland 0

4:43 p.m.: GOAL! Canada strikes first as Sam O’Reilly finishes a two-on-one in the opening minutes.

4:40 p.m.: The bronze medal game is underway!

4:30 p.m.: We are moments away from the start of the bronze medal game between Finland and Canada to see who gets third place.

4:18 p.m.: Also of note, Canada goalie Jack Ivankovic will not dress today after playing in Canada’s loss yesterday. Carter George and Joshua Ravenbergen will be the two goalies dressing for the game.

4:00 p.m.: Here’s a look at the lines for the bronze medal game. The most notable change is that Canada has Liam Greentree in for the injured Brady Martin.

3:40 p.m.: Canada is looking to avoid its longest medal drought ever in the World Juniors.

Where to watch Canada vs. Finland

Canada vs. Finland start time

  • Date: Monday, Jan. 5
  • Time: 4:30 p.m. ET

Canada and Finland will lock horns for a chance at the World Juniors bronze medal on Monday. The game is set to start at 4:30 p.m. from Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Canada vs. Finland TV Channel

  • TV channels: TSN (Canada) | NHL Network (U.S.)
  • Live stream: TSN app (Canada) | Fubo (U.S.)

Canada vs. Finland will be broadcast on TSN in Canada and NHL Network in the United States. Additionally, the game can be live-streamed using the TSN App or Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.

2026 World Juniors schedule

Friday, Dec. 26

Matchup
Sweden 3, Slovakia 2
Finland 6, Denmark 2
United States 6, Germany 3
Canada 7, Czechia 5

Saturday, Dec. 27

Matchup
Slovakia 4, Germany 1
Canada 2, Latvia 1 (OT)
United States 2, Switzerland 1
Czechia 7, Denmark 2

Sunday, Dec. 28

Matchup
Sweden 4, Switzerland 2
Finland 8, Latvia 0

Monday, Dec. 29

Matchup
Germany 8, Sweden 1
Czechia 2, Finland 1 (OT)
United States 6, Slovakia 5
Canada 9, Denmark 1

Tuesday, Dec. 30

Matchup
Switzerland 4, Germany 0
Latvia 6, Denmark 3

Wednesday, Dec. 31

Matchup
Switzerland 3, Slovakia 2
Czechia 4, Latvia 2
Sweden 6, USA 3
Canada 7, Finland 4

Friday, Jan. 2 (Playoffs: Quarterfinals & Relegation)

Matchup
Relegation Game: Germany 8, Denmark 4
Quarterfinal 1: Sweden 6, Latvia 3
Quarterfinal 2: Czechia 6, Switzerland 2
Quarterfinal 3: Finland 4, USA 3 (OT)
Quarterfinal 4: Canada 7, Slovakia 1

Sunday, Jan. 4 

Matchup
Semifinal 1: Sweden 4, Finland 3 (SO)
Semifinal 2: Czechia 6, Canada 4

Monday, Jan. 5 

Matchup Time (ET)
Bronze Medal Game: Canada vs. Finland 4:30 p.m.
Gold Medal Game: Sweden vs. Czechia 8:30 p.m.
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