The junior crowns' match against the Czech Republic had to be decided in extra time after a 2-2 result over three periods.

There it was Ludvig Jansson who decided for Sweden, with his second goal of the match.

It gives a result of three victories in three games for Sweden, which makes them group leaders.

But a big test, in the form of a match against Canada, awaits on New Year's Eve.

- Great match.

It will be challenging but we are getting better and better every day so I am incredibly excited.

It will be really fun to play that match, says Fabian Wagner ahead of Saturday.

- We can go into the match with good confidence and good poise, but it's Canada on their home ground with a full house.

It will be great fun and inspiring, so I think everyone will be 110 percent committed, says Jansson.

Several question marks for Sweden

For the match, Sweden has some question marks.

Leo Carlsson was missing for the Czech Republic match and Fabian Lysell had to be substituted during the match.

Hävelid cannot give an announcement about the status of the players immediately after the match.

- I hope that there will be no major danger and that they will be able to be back in the game tomorrow, but I need to consult with the doctors there, he says.

Elias Pettersson was also out in the match, but Hävelid is hopeful of having him back shortly.

- He got hit there, but there doesn't seem to be any major danger.

The match against Canada will be played starting at 00:30 on New Year's Eve.