The NHL plans to hold the World Cup in 2024, the participation of the Russian team remains uncertain

National Hockey League (NHL ) and the NHL Players Association (NHLPA) intend to stage the World Cup in February 2024, the NHL Press Service reports.

NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly said at least eight national teams will participate in the tournament and games will be played in North America and Europe.

We are already moving forward with plans to host the World Cup in February 2024. We still want to play the preliminary round matches in Europe and North America, as well as the semi-finals and final in the city of North America,” Daly said.

The official also said the possibility of adding two countries to the tournament is being discussed, bringing the total number of participants to 10. The World Cup will most likely take place over 15 days in February, with a preliminary round scheduled. the calendar.

According to Daly, “there are still uncertainties about the possibility of Russia’s participation in the World Cup”.

Previously, the NHL suspended all business relations with Russia due to the situation in Ukraine.

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Source : MatchTV

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