Finns score 2nd consecutive victory beating Latvia 3-1

Published : 11 Feb 2022, 20:38

Updated : 11 Feb 2022, 20:40

DF Report

Players compete during the ice hockey men's preliminary round Group C match between Finland and Latvia at National Indoor Stadium in Beijing on Feb. 11, 2022. Photo: Xinhua by Li Ziheng.

Finland scored their second consecutive victory in the men's ice hockey preliminary round in Beijing Olympics 2022 beating Latvia by three goals to one on Friday.

Although Latvia successfully held the Lions goalless draw almost during the first two periods, Valtteri Kemilainen broke the barrier and took lead for Finland at the 38^th minute.

Just after five minutes, Rodrigo Abols level the score but Leo Komarov scored at 55^th minute to take lead for Finland again while Marko Anttila ensured the victory widening the gap 3-1 at 59^th minute.

Earlier, on Thursday Finland beat Slovakia by 6 goals to 2 in their first match in the Winter Olympics 2022.

Finland will face strong opponent neighbouring Sweden in their next group match on Sunday.