The expert believes in WC victory: "Could be a margin of a couple of goals"

Maria Rooth thinks that the Women's Crowns' first victory in the WC was more than just a first victory.

- I think it was hugely important, not only for the team but also for Swedish women's hockey, which has been down in the basement for quite a few years.

They should have played a B-WC, but had to jump up to the A-WC (when Russia was excluded).

When you manage to win the first match, you can drop your shoulders and play a little more, she says

The expert predicts that Germany is a slightly easier opponent than Denmark was.

- I believe in a Swedish win.

I think that if Sweden play much like they did and sharpen up a bit in the power play, they can make it to a margin of a couple of goals.

Sweden's match against Germany is broadcast on SVT1 at 15.30 today.