Sweden's Women's Bandy Team Dominates Norway 10-1, Chasing Seventh Consecutive World Title

The Swedish women's bandy team has delivered a powerful performance in the 2026 Bandy World Championship, securing a commanding 10-1 victory over Norway in the group stage as they aim for a seventh consecutive world championship title. This win marked their third consecutive group stage victory, keeping them unbeaten and leading their group.

Key players Karla Thuresson, Tora Uebel, Emelie Åkerlund, and Ella Oskarsson each contributed two goals to Sweden’s impressive scoring tally. The match also highlighted the exceptional skill of Moa Friman, whose remarkable assist was praised by bandy expert Stefan "Lillis" Jonsson as "among the most beautiful things one can see in bandy." The assist began with Sweden's goalkeeper Ellen Ahrnberg, from whom Friman delivered a precise 30-40 meter pass to Edit Ljung, enabling a crucial goal extending Sweden's lead to 4-0 early in the match.

Finishing the group stage undefeated and as group winners, Sweden is set to face tournament hosts Finland in the semifinals. This upcoming clash holds added significance as Sweden had previously routed Finland 8-0 earlier in the tournament. Meanwhile, Norway, finishing second in the group, will meet the USA in the semifinals.

Since the women's bandy world championship began in 2004, Sweden has dominated the sport, winning 12 out of 13 titles. All four teams participating in the women's category advance to the semifinal stage, underscoring the importance of these knockout matches.

The semifinal between Sweden and Finland is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 09:30, with the final planned for Sunday at 13:00. Sweden's potent offense and tactical prowess make them clear favorites as they pursue an unprecedented seventh straight world title in women's bandy.