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IIHF Bars Russia and Belarus From 2027 Men's World Championship

The federation said ongoing security and sporting‑integrity concerns justify the ban, and it will hold a November risk review to decide on Russian women’s participation.

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Keine Russland-Rückkehr in Deutschland
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Overview

  • The IIHF announced Thursday that Russia and Belarus will not be allowed to compete at the men's Ice Hockey World Championship in Germany in May 2027.
  • The federation cited ongoing security concerns and worries about sporting integrity as the basis for keeping both nations excluded from the men's tournament.
  • Organizers confirmed the tournament will run 13–30 May 2027 with the opening match at the Gelsenkirchen (Schalke) arena and group games in Mannheim and Düsseldorf.
  • The move follows the IOC's early‑July decision to largely lift sanctions on Russia, a change that prompted the IIHF to review but ultimately reach a different outcome for the men's event.
  • The IIHF will reassess whether Russian women's teams may join the 2027 women's championship in Québec at a November risk assessment, a decision that could change tournament fields and affect players, fans and broadcasters.