Teenage captain Macklin Celebrini scored twice, sparking a 6‑0 rout of Italy in Fribourg. His first goal—a one‑timer from the right circle after a cross‑ice pass by Porter Martone—tipped the score 3‑0 with 3:04 left in the opening period. The 19‑year‑old followed up with a backhander 2:09 into the middle of the team in Fribourg.

Canada tops Group B with a 2‑0 record after a 5‑3 win over Sweden. Sidney Crosby, fresh from the Stanley Cup playoffs, assisted Celebrini’s second goal, while Dylan Holloway, Fraser Minten, Evan Bouchard and Ryan O’Reilly added shots. Goaltender Cam Talbot stopped all 19 attempts, sealing the shutout for Canada’s group victory in the tournament, keeping hope.

Celebrini’s performance cements his status as a rising star, joining the likes of Crosby and Martone on the national roster. Italy, returning to the top division after a two‑year absence, suffered a comprehensive defeat. The 6‑0 scoreline underscores Canada’s defensive solidity, with Talbot’s flawless shutout and a disciplined penalty‑killing unit that keeps teams challenging for the gold.

With Denmark looming on Monday, Canada’s Group B lead feels secure, while Italy faces a steep climb to avoid relegation. Celebrini’s two goals and Talbot’s 19‑stop performance highlight a balanced squad ready for the knockout stages. The World Championship now hinges on how well Canada can translate this dominance into the final rounds of the competition in the coming days ahead.