A victorious start for the Lions in the home tournament – two newcomers stood out
The Lions opened the new season with a victory in Helsinki. Finland defeated Switzerland in the opening match of the Nocco Hockey Games tournament on Thursday with a score of 3-1.
The first goal for the Lions was scored by Roby Järventie, who made his debut in the national team in the first period. He intercepted a Swiss player’s errant pass in the offensive zone and stylishly put Finland in the lead.
In the second period, Finland extended its lead. Defender Axel Rindell managed to fire the Lions ahead by two goals. Juho Lammikko and Benjamin Rautiainen recorded assists on the goal.
Switzerland opened its scoring in the second period, cutting the Lions’ lead in half. The team’s scorer was Rodwin Dionicio.
This goal ultimately remained Switzerland’s only one. Järventie scored his second goal of the match on a power play in the final second of the game, finishing the score at 3-1. Janne Kuokkanen and Markus Nurmi recorded assists on the goal.
In goal for Finland, Kari Piiroinen secured the win in his first match with the national team.
The Lions continue their tournament on Saturday against the Czech Republic. Switzerland will face Sweden at that time.
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