In the game between Finland and Poland there was a lot at stake, the winner would not only win the game, but also qualify for the semi-finals.

Early in the game, Finland took the lead by a goal from Sanni Uimarihuhta. Little after that they also scoared 2-0, this time Suvi Hämäläinen was the one to score the goal. Although both teams created a few opportunities each the score 2-0 would last until the first intermission.

Finland were off to a good start in the second period too and quickly extended their lead to 3-0. A couple of minutes later, Poland got the opportunity to play power play which they conducted well and scored their first goal. Finland too would get the opportunity to play with the advantage of one extra player, but Poland managed to avert Finland’s attempts and the result remained 3-1 at the end of the second period.

In the third period, Finland proved themselves to be the better team. After two goals by Ulla Valtola they finally won the game with 5-1. By this means Finland ends up in second place in group A, thereby qualifying for the semi-finals that takes place during Saturday.

–  I think it was a really good game, and we were a lot better than yesterday, so it was all good, says MVP for Finland Ulla Valtola.

MVP Finland: Ulla Valtola

MVP Poland: Marta Bieniasz-Krzywiec

You can follow all the games of the tournament at IFF:s YouTube channel, click the link here.