Russian national team will not play at the youth world championship in Canada

The Russian youth hockey team will not be able to take part in the 2027 World Cup in Canada due to the position of the authorities, the press service of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) reports.

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Published Nov 15, 2026

“After a thorough assessment of the possibility of alternative arrangements, the IIHF Council has decided that Canada will remain the host country and the tournament will take place from 26 December 2026 to 5 January 2027 in Edmonton and Red Deer,” the organization said in a statement.

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