IIHF World Championship 2026 schedule, TV channels, live streams, scores, standings for hockey tournament
The 2026 IIHF World Championship is taking place in Switzerland, featuring top international hockey teams competing over two weeks. Team USA aims to defend its title, while Canada seeks to rebound after a 2025 quarterfinal loss, both fielding strong rosters. Fans can watch games live on TSN channels or via streaming on TSN.ca and TSN+.
- ▪Team USA is attempting to retain its championship title at the 2026 IIHF World Championship.
- ▪Canada's roster includes Sidney Crosby, Macklin Celebrini, John Tavares, and Ryan O'Reilly.
- ▪The tournament is being held in Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland, with games airing on TSN and streaming on TSN.ca and TSN+.
- ▪Sweden, Switzerland, and Finland are among the teams challenging the North American powerhouses.
- ▪The championship follows the 2026 Winter Olympics, with some top players absent due to the ongoing Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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