Düsseldorf slated to stage the 2027 Ice Hockey World Championship
🏒 Germany to Host the IIHF World Championships Again in 2027!
Yo, folks! Guess what? The good news just kept pouring in for German ice hockey fans! Not only are we dominating the World Championships in Finland and Latvia, where we'll be squaring off against the USA this Saturday (27.5.), but the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) announced something even more astonishing on Friday (26.5.)!
You might have missed it, but the German Ice Hockey Association (DEB) has landed the rights to host the IIHF World Championships in 2027! That's right, Düsseldorf and Mannheim will be the centers of the winter sports universe next year[3].
If you're wondering why we're so excited about this, let us break it down for you. The IIHF World Championships is one of the largest annual winter sports events worldwide, and hosting this event is a testament to the passion and love Germans have for ice hockey.
Back in 2017, Germany co-hosted the event with France, and now they're stepping up to the plate once more. Ice hockey plays a significant role in the region, and as hosts of the 2027 World Championships, they'll be able to reveal their love for the sport on a global stage.
Mayor Dr. Stephan Keller of Düsseldorf expressed his excitement, saying, "This is a great day not just for ice hockey fans. I thank the IIHF for their decision. Ice hockey plays a significant role in our region. As hosts of the Ice Hockey World Championships 2027, we can showcase this passion to a global audience and present Düsseldorf as an open-minded and sports-loving metropolis. We'll carry the values of 'Sports City Düsseldorf' and the spirit of sports to the world. I'm really looking forward to these encounters."
The DEG is ecstatic about this opportunity, and they're ready to roll out the red carpet for the best ice hockey nations in the world! The PSD Bank Dome, their home arena, will be welcoming preliminary games and quarterfinals, with the semifinals and final taking place in Düsseldorf.
Harald Wirtz, the Managing Partner of the DEG, shared his enthusiasm, saying, "For the DEG and 'Sports City Düsseldorf,' it's a great honor to host the best nations and their fans in our ice hockey-loving metropolis. In the coming years, we'll do everything to represent Düsseldorf and Germany appropriately at this major event. We're looking forward to a big celebration, high-class ice hockey, exciting games, and cheering fans from all over the world."
So, it's time to mark your calendars for 2027, folks! Düsseldorf and Mannheim have got something spectacular planned for both local ice hockey fans and visitors from all around the world. Let's get ready to cheer on our German team and witness some mind-blowing ice hockey action – it's gonna be lit! 🥳🏒🎉
The IIHF World Championships in 2027 will feature an exciting blend of sports and hockey, as Düsseldorf and Mannheim prepare to host the global event. Local ice hockey fans and visitors can look forward to experiencing top-notch hockey action along with the passionate German spirit for the sport.
