Russia 2 , Czech Republic 1 - Summary
The Russians were victorious Monday night as they defeated the Czech Republic 2-1 in overtime to advance to the semi-finals. Zheldakov scored at 1:03 of overtime, as the Czechs suffered a devastating loss.
Daniil Apalkov and Grigori Zheldakov were the scorers for Team Russia. 17-year-old Andrei Vasilevski stopped 43 shots for the Russians.
Oceanic forward Jakub Culek scored the lone goal for the Czech Republic.
The Russians are set to face Team Canada tonight, the first time they’ve met since they upset Canada last year in the finals, capturing the gold medal.
Finland 8 , Slovakia 5 - Summary
Led by Mikael and Markus Granlund, Team Finland advances to the semi-finalsafter a 8-5 victory over Slovakia. Temmu Pulkkinen had a goal and an assist, while Joel Armia, Roope Hamalainen, Alexsander Barkov and Joonas Donskoialso scored.
Barkov, 16, is the youngest player to ever score in tournament history, passing Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby by 21 days .
Richard Mraz had a goal and two helpers, while Matus Chovan and Marko Dano each had a goal and an assist for Team Slovakia. Marerk Tverdon and Martin Daloga also scored.
Sami Aittokallio stopped 24 shots for Finland, while Juraj Simboch made 30 saves for the Slovaks.
Switzerland 4 , Denmark 3 - Summary
Tanner Richard scored in overtime as Team Switzerland defeated Denmark in a Relegation match-up.
Cedric Schneuwly, Alessio Bertaggia and Gregory Hofmannalso scored for the Swiss.
Nicklas Jensen and Oliver Bjorkstrand scored for Team Denmark.
