The United States defeated Switzerland 1-0 in a thrilling overtime finish to win the 2025 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship final in Stockholm. The winning goal came just over two minutes into overtime when Tage Thompson fired a wrist shot past Swiss goaltender Leonardo Genoni.
It marked the Americans’ second championship win in the history of the tournament, with their only previous title coming in 1933. The team celebrated their historic triumph with gold medals, closing out a dominant performance capped by a 40-shot offensive effort and a shutout from goaltender Jeremy Swayman, who made 25 saves.
In an emotional moment during the trophy ceremony, the U.S. players held up a #13 jersey in honor of Johnny Gaudreau. The tribute followed the tragic loss of Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who were killed in a bicycle accident in New Jersey in August 2024. The gesture underlined the sense of unity and emotional strength within the team, dedicating their long-awaited victory to the memory of one of America’s most beloved hockey players.
USA Captures First IIHF World Title Since 1933 with Overtime Win and Tribute to GaudreauUnited States Ends 92-Year Title Drought with Gritty Team Performance and Legacy Win
The 2025 championship win reinforces the growing legacy of U.S. hockey on the international stage. While the United States was previously awarded the title in 1960 due to their Olympic win in a year when the world championship was not held, this victory marks their first gold in the modern tournament era since 1933. The game showcased both defensive discipline and offensive perseverance, with key contributions from Logan Cooley and Brady Skjei assisting on the game-winner, sealing a complete team effort.
Earlier in the day, Sweden secured the bronze medal with a convincing 6-2 win over Denmark. Mikael Backlund and Marcus Johansson each scored twice, while Lucas Raymond and Mika Zibanejad added goals to secure Sweden’s second consecutive third-place finish.
For Denmark, the fourth-place result marked their best-ever performance at the world championship, with Nick Olesen and Nikolaj Ehlers finding the back of the net. The bronze medal game highlighted Sweden’s consistency and Denmark’s impressive rise on the world hockey stage.
