Tough Start for Erika Holst as Sweden’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team Fall to Switzerland

Erika Holst's first game as head coach of the Swedish women's national ice hockey team, the Damkronorna, ended in a 4-2 loss against Switzerland in the Euro Hockey Tour in Kloten, Switzerland. Sweden took an early lead with a goal from Mira Jungåker just minutes into the match, but Switzerland soon seized control. By the end of the second period, the Swiss led 3-1. Despite a late goal in the third period by Hilda Svensson that narrowed the deficit, Switzerland secured the win with Alina Müller scoring less than eight minutes before the game ended.

The match was the season opener for Sweden, and the next challenge will be against the Czech Republic this Friday, also within the Euro Hockey Tour. The game was broadcast in Sweden with commentary by Dusan Umicevic, and included reflections on former head coach Ulf Lundberg’s tenure and the 2026 Junior World Championship gold medal. The Damkronorna will look to rebound in their upcoming match as they aim to build momentum under Holst’s leadership.