Viggo Björck Shines as Sweden Cruises to Third Win at Junior World Championship

Seventeen-year-old Viggo Björck has emerged as a standout star for Sweden in the 2025 Junior World Championship, delivering crucial goals and earning expert praise as Sweden secured their third consecutive victory. On December 29, 2025, Sweden dominated Germany with an emphatic 8-1 victory, a match in which Björck scored two goals and opened the scoring in the second period to set the tone.

Björck also scored his first tournament goal earlier against Switzerland, highlighting his rising role on the team. This strong performance helped ensure Sweden’s advancement to the playoffs, where they will face a tough challenge against the USA.

Experts like Mikael Renberg and Jonas Andersson have lauded Björck as the best Swedish player so far, noting his maturity, composure, and skillful puck control. SVT hockey analyst Håkan Loob also praised Björck's continuous improvement throughout the tournament. The 17-year-old expressed satisfaction with settling nerves compared to previous matches, saying, "It was nice that it wasn't so nerve-wracking this match."

Adding to the personal significance of this tournament for Björck, he had the opportunity to play alongside his older brother Wilson for the first time in the championship.

Sweden’s victories on December 29 were built on strong previous performances, including a 3-2 win over Slovakia and 4-2 over Switzerland. The match against Germany also featured a dramatic goal by Jack Berglund with just one second left on the clock, sealing the commanding win.

As the championship progresses, Sweden’s team momentum and Björck’s high-level contributions position them as formidable contenders moving into the playoff stage.