German national women's team loses game for 5th place at the World Cup against Switzerland in overtime

German national women's team loses game for 5th place at the World Cup against Switzerland in overtime

The German national women's team showed a strong performance at the World Cup in the USA, but had to accept defeats both in the quarter-finals and in the game for 5th place. In the game for 5th place, the Germans lost 2: 3 in extra time against Switzerland. Although the Germans had several chances of winning the game for themselves, coach Jeff Macleod was "super proud" on his team and sees many positive aspects that provide motivation for the future. National player Emily Nix is ​​even of the opinion that the German team in the world has shown that it can be expected.

The German men's team lost its World Cup test against the Czech Republic 2: 4. The Czechs showed a dominant performance during the game and were superior to Germany in all matters. Nevertheless, there were also some positive aspects, such as efficiency in the game and in the power play.

The World Cup preparation of the German team passes into phase 2, in which the focus is on the playful together of the team. The national coach Harold Kreis plans to use new players for the upcoming games against Slovakia and to further strengthen the team structure.

The results of the Women's World Cup have an impact on the placements at the next World Cup. Due to the defeat against Switzerland, Germany has to compete in the next World Cup group B, while Switzerland, despite just one victory in the entire tournament, remains in Group A and automatically qualified for the next World Cup quarter-finals.

Overall, the tournament for the German women's national team was successful because they showed the world that they can keep up in the international ice hockey scene. This can also have a positive impact on the development of the German ice hockey program.

Here is a table with the results of the games:

| Team | Result |
| ———————- | ——- |
| Germany - Switzerland | 2: 3 OT |
| Czech Republic - Germany | 4: 2 |
| Germany - Slovakia (phase 2) | TBD |

The games of the Women's World Cup and the DEL final are broadcast live at magenta. The women's final takes place late on Sunday evening, while the DEL final between Bremerhaven and Berlin begins on April 19.

It remains to be seen how the German team will present themselves in the upcoming games against Slovakia in phase 2 of the preparation and whether their players can fit into the team structure.

Source: Magentasport/OTS