Eriksson, Klyvo to represent Panthers at 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship
Two rising hockey talents will take centre stage at the 2026 IIHF U20 World Junior Championship. Linus Eriksson, 19, and Mads Kongsbak Klyvo, 18, have been named to their respective national teams for the tournament in Minnesota. Both players bring strong credentials after impressive performances in junior and senior leagues this season.
The event runs from 26 December to 5 January, with all games broadcast in the US on our website Network.
Linus Eriksson will represent Sweden in Group A. His team faces tough opponents: the USA, Slovakia, Switzerland, and Germany. The young forward has already made his mark in the SHL, appearing in 25 games this season while playing a bottom-six role. Though he recorded just two assists, his leadership was clear earlier in 2024 when he captained Sweden’s U18 team to a bronze medal at the World Juniors.
Mads Kongsbak Klyvo joins Denmark’s squad in Group B. There, his team will take on Canada, Finland, Czechia, and Latvia. The 18-year-old forward had a standout 2024-25 season with Frolunda HC J20 in Sweden’s junior league, notching 29 points in 42 games. He also played a key role in Denmark’s promotions at both the U18 and U20 Division 1A World Championships last year.
The full tournament schedule is now available online. Fans can follow every match as Eriksson and Klyvo compete for their countries on one of hockey’s biggest youth stages.
The World Juniors will test both players against elite competition. Eriksson’s experience in Sweden’s top league and Klyvo’s scoring ability in juniors set high expectations. Their performances could shape their futures as they aim to make deeper impacts in professional hockey.
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