International Hockey

Groups for the 2026 IIHF WM announced

Groups for the 2026 IIHF WM announced

Christian Hofstetter, General Secretary of the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Switzerland: “My team and I had the honor of attending the 2025 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Stockholm and Herning.

We were able to gain valuable insights from the experience provided by the 2025 Organizing Committee, the IIHF and their partners. Now that the groups are set, it truly feels like the 2026 IIHF WM is getting closer — and, in line with our slogan, time to shine!”

About the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship:

The IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship is returning to Switzerland after 17 years. The global ice hockey elite will meet in Zurich and Fribourg from 15 to 31 May 2025 at the biggest annual winter sports event. The 2026 IIHF WM will take place in Zurich and Fribourg’s state-of-the-art ice hockey arenas. In a total of 64 games the 16 best national teams will compete for the coveted Ice Hockey World Championship title. During the 17 days of the event, around 1’300 volunteers will help to create an unforgettable ice hockey experience for fans and teams.

All Ice Hockey World Championships take place under the leadership of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF). You can find further information and register for tickets and the volunteer programme at: 2026.iihfworlds.com

 

Organising Committee

2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship AG, Flughofstrasse 50, CH-8152, Glattbrugg

2026.iihfworlds.com

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