How Dalibor Dvorsky’s late goal helped Slovakia clinch first place in Group B despite loss to Sweden
Dalibor Dvorsky, a St. Louis Blues prospect, scored a crucial late power-play goal for Slovakia against Sweden. This dramatic marker, with just 39 seconds left, secured Slovakia first place in Group B at the 2026 Olympics, earning them a direct quarterfinal berth. The goal significantly impacted tiebreakers, shifting goal differentials and propelling Slovakia ahead of Sweden and Finland.
Dalibor Dvorsky, a St. Louis Blues prospect, scored a crucial late power-play goal for Slovakia against Sweden. This dramatic marker, with just 39 seconds left, secured Slovakia first place in Group B at the 2026 Olympics, earning them a direct quarterfinal berth. The goal significantly impacted tiebreakers, shifting goal differentials and propelling Slovakia ahead of Sweden and Finland.
