Sweden won its playoff semifinal against Ukraine 3-1 in Valencia. Viktor Gyökeres scored all three goals for Sweden, including a penalty he earned. Sweden will now face Poland in the final.
Isak Hien reportedly left the match injured in the first half, and Carl Starfelt replaced him. Starfelt said he was ready if needed for the final. Hockey icon Peter Forsberg was reportedly in attendance as a fan and said it was fantastic to see Sweden win.
it was fantastic to see Sweden win
He reportedly commented on Gyökeres's performance, noting it helped Sweden win.
I was ready if needed for the final