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Zayne Parekh Scores Twice and Canada Tops Czechia This Time Around at World Juniors
- On Dec. 26, Team Canada opened the 2026 World Juniors by defeating Czechia, with Gavin McKenna setting up the first goal at 13:53 via a no‑look pass to Martin, according to The Sporting News.
- This year, Team Canada enters with 20 titles and is chasing a record 21st gold, facing pressure after failing to finish in the top four in the recent two tournaments.
- A subsequent four-goal stretch saw MacKenzie make it 6-4 at 9:12 after taking a pass from Hage, illustrating dramatic momentum shifts.
- The goal song `Courage` by The Tragically Hip played at 3M Arena as fans celebrated, and Hockey Canada borrowed the Toronto Blue Jays' home run horn for goals.
- Gavin McKenna headlines a roster that also includes Michael Misa and Tij Iginla, as this Canadian squad faces Czechia, back-to-back bronze medalist, in a 2023 gold-medal game rematch.
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The hope of Montreal Canadiens Michael Hage scored a goal and two assists in this 7-5 victory at the opening of the World Championship.
·Montreal, Canada
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Canada vs. Czechia live score, updates, highlights from 2026 World Juniors hockey game
The Sporting News is tracking live updates and highlights from the 2026 World Juniors game between Canada and Czechia. Follow along below as Canada plays its first game of the tournament.
·North Carolina, United States
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Total News Sources50
Leaning Left16Leaning Right6Center12Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Left
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources lean Left
47% Left
L 47%
C 35%
R 18%
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