In a thrilling showdown on the ice, Canada defeated Switzerland with a score of 10-0 in a semifinals game at the 2021 Women’s World Hockey Championship. It was a dominant performance from the Canadian team who were led by the impressive Ann Fillier. The rising star had a hat trick, effectively sealing the win and helping Canada set the stage for a gold-medal rematch against the U.S. in what promises to be an epic showdown. The win was a major boost for the Canadian team, who will be looking to clinch their first world championship win since 2012. Here’s a closer look at what happened in the semifinals game and what it means for the upcoming finals.
In women’s hockey, Canada and the US will once again face off for supremacy. At the world championship held in Brampton, Ont., Canada beat Switzerland 5-1 in the semifinals. This paves the way for an exciting gold-medal showdown against the US, which earlier trounced the Czech Republic with a score of 9-1. The Canadian team, the reigning Olympic gold medalist, will aim for its third straight world title against a young, hungry American side featuring five rookies. The game is sure to be intense, with the two countries set to clash again in a long-standing rivalry.
During the semifinals, Canada struggled to solve Swiss goalie Andrea Braendli. Despite a wide shot advantage, goals were hard to come by and frustration was creeping in. That’s when team-leading scorer Sarah Fillier stepped up, scoring a hat trick in the third period to seal the win for Canada. She tied the tournament lead with seven goals, putting Canada ahead by one with a slot shot off the post, doubled the lead with a rebound, and sent the hats flying onto the ice with a third-period goal with less than five minutes remaining.
Earlier in the third period, Canada’s Jamie Lee Rattray also scored an insurance marker, and Rebecca Johnston scored Canada’s final goal in the dying seconds of the game. Canadian goalie Ann-Renée Desbiens recorded the win with eight saves. The gold-medal game is set to be another exciting chapter in the fierce rivalry between these two hockey giants. The game will without a doubt be a spectacular showdown for both teams.
In conclusion, Fillier’s hat trick performance against Switzerland was nothing short of impressive. With Canada’s dominant win, they have secured their spot in the gold-medal rematch against the United States. The stage is set for what promises to be an epic battle between two of the best teams in women’s hockey. The Canadian team will undoubtedly have to bring their A-game to take on the reigning champions, but if Fillier and her teammates continue to play with the same intensity and determination, there’s no doubt they’ll have a shot at the gold. Stay tuned for what should be a thrilling conclusion to the Women’s World Hockey Championship.
