Finland rolled into the women's ice hockey semi-final round in Beijing on Saturday, with a hat-trick from assistant captain Petra Nieminen helping them crush Japan 7-1.
Nieminen drew first blood, converting on a power play chance early in the first period, and Viivi Vainikka added to the lead minutes later, setting up a Monday rematch of their Pyeongchang semi with defending champions the United States.
But the three-time bronze medallists refused to cede momentum, offering a furious rebuke in the second with assistant captain Michelle Karvinen scoring off the rebound and Nieminen sending another one in shortly after.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Who is the top N.J. ice hockey freshman? Our picks, your voteCast your vote for NJ ice hockey's top freshman
Read more »
Snowboarder Kaishu Hirano Didn't Medal — but He Set a Massive World RecordJapan's Kaishu Hirano set a world record for air out of a halfpipe during the men's snowboard halfpipe final at the Beijing Winter Olympics.
Read more »
New 2023 Mini Electric hatch spotted winter testing | AutocarUK-built Fiat 500 rival is set to arrive with ICE and EV powertrains
Read more »
Ice Hockey: Active career stat leaders for Feb. 10A look at which active platers lead the state in various statistical categories.
Read more »
USA-Canada Reignite Men's Ice Hockey Rivalry Friday NightUSA and Canada Olympic hockey teams will reignite their ongoing rivalry Friday night at 2022 Winter Games. Here's what to know ahead of the showdown.
Read more »
U.S. women's hockey beats Czech Republic in close game to advance to semifinalU.S. women’s hockey team surges to a 4-1 win against the Czech Republic at the Beijing Games, advancing after a victory that, for a time, seemed uncertain.
Read more »