International ice hockey officials are evaluating all possible avenues for the 2027 IIHF World Championship scheduled to be held in Germany, with Russia's participation status still unresolved. The International Ice Hockey Federation continues to assess the situation as the tournament approaches.
The matter remains under review following Russia's ongoing suspension from IIHF competitions since 2022. Federation leaders have not yet determined whether a pathway exists for Russian teams to return for the German-hosted event.
A file photo from the 2019 IIHF World Championship bronze medal match shows Czech Republic's Dmitrij Jaskin and Russia's Sergei Plotnikov competing at the Ondrej Nepela Arena, illustrating the competitive history between the nations before the current suspension.
