At the World Cup in Ritten: Italy's U18s played like they were unleashed

Italy's U18s took all the euphoria from the overtime thriller against Austria and brought Norway to their knees with a strong performance. Already in the first third, a long-range shot set the course for victory: First Fantin was successful from a distance (4.56), then Lobis followed suit (6.13). A chaotic middle third gave the Italians a 3-0 lead during a five-minute advantage situation - Rustbakken had previously been sent off the ice for a bad check on Fantin. To the delight of the many Italy fans in the Ritten Arena, the scorer was Rittner Manuela Heidenberger (37.13).

The victory was almost in the bag. This became apparent in the final third, when Italy immediately increased their lead. A shot from Giuliani slipped under the pads of the Norwegian goalkeeper Johansen to make it 4-0 (45.16). The Scandinavian guests managed to connect after Haave served Morken, who was free in the slot (54.55), but it wasn't to be more than a consolation goal. Italy celebrated its second win in the second game and is now second in the table with five points.

Italy's Emma Cereghini (left) in a duel with Norway's Thea Rustbakken. © Photo Max Pattis

Germany leads the table In addition to the “Azzurrine”, Germany and Austria were also able to score the next points. In the first game on Tuesday, Germany brought Hungary to its knees 3-1. They turned around a 0-1 deficit - Simon had put the Hungarians in front (8.03). Klein (17.38), Schmidt (36.20) and, last but not least, Weichenhain in the power play (38.03) overturned the result before the last third and not only gave Germany the victory, but also the only team with all six points after two games Leading the table.

The match between Germany and Hungary got down to business. © Photo Max Pattis

The game between France and Austria could hardly have been more exciting. The Austrians made up a deficit twice, so that it went into overtime. There was no further goal and the penalties had to decide. Austria's goalkeeper Davina Falmbigl went above and beyond, defusing four French attempts and securing the extra point for her team.

On Wednesday, the young hockey players can recharge their batteries because there is a day off from playing. It continues on Thursday with the matches Germany – Austria (13 p.m.), France – Italy (16.30:20 p.m.) and Norway – Hungary (XNUMX p.m.).

Tuesday's games Germany – Hungary 3:1 (1:1, 2:0, 0:0) Goals: 0:1 Simon (8.03), 1:1 Klein (17.38), 2:1 Schmidt (36.20), 3:1 Weichenhain (38.03/PP)

France – Austria 2:3 nP (1:1, 1:0, 0:1, 0:0) Goals: 1:0 Lavarel (6.53), 1:1 Artner (12.06/PP), 2:1 Piazzon (29.17), 2:2 Hobitsch (42.32)

Italy – Norway 4:1 (2:0, 1:0, 1:1) Goals: 1:0 Fantin (4.56), 2:0 Lobis (6.13), 3:0 Heidenberger (37.13), 4:0 Giuliani (45.16), 4:1 Morken (54.55)

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At the World Cup in Ritten: Italy's U18s played like they were unleashed

The Italian women's U18 continues to ride the wave of success! After the overtime win on Monday against Austria, the “Azzurrine” also won on Tuesday, this time 4-1 against Norway. Germany and Austria prevailed in the other games.

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