Denmark Beats Italy In 2014 Ice Hockey Championship

Igor Burdetskiy May 13, 2014

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MINSK, BELARUS - MAY 13: Denmark's Julian Jakobsen #33 celebrates after Team Denmark's third goal of the game during preliminary round action at the 2014 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship. (Photo by Richard Wolowicz/HHOF-IIHF Images)

After upsetting France on a last minute goal, Italy would be brought right back down to earth by suffering a 4-1 loss to Denmark. Jesper Jensen, Jannik Hansen, Emil Kristiansen, and Kim Staal all lit the lamp for Denmark as the team cruised to their first win of the tournament in three tries.

Italy’s stunning prior victory would be short lived in the spotlight but the team could still make a statement if they happen to win their next game. The two teams do have tough matchups coming up as Italy faces the Czechs on Wednesday, while tDenmark will battle Canada on Thursday.

Italy’s lack of shots ultimately lead to their defeat as Denmark out-shot Italy 31-13 through the game. Despite only facing 13 shots, Denmark’s netminder Simon Nielsen was strong through the game making 12 saves and getting a little luck with a few ringers off the post, especially early on. Italy’s Daniel Bellissimo managed 27 saves but let up two quick goals in under a minute in the second that went to ultimately seal the fate of the game.

Although both teams have only one win and three points at that, Denmark’s win over Italy and better goal differential puts them ahead in the standings.

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Igor Burdetskiy

Founder, Editor-in-Chief, & CEO at Hooked on Hockey Magazine

I grew up playing Ball and Roller Hockey day and night somewhat religiously throughout elementary and middle school. The two don't compare though when I lace up the skates and hit the ice. I live and breathe hockey beyond the perspective of "it's just a game" and I will gladly talk hockey for hours with anyone. Hockey is more than just a lifestyle, it's a culture of passionate people who make memories every time the puck is dropped. Hockey has not only helped me get through some of the hardest times in life but has created some of the best memories to date. Want to talk hockey with me? Shoot me an email: iburdetskiy@hookedonhockey.com and let's talk some hockey!