Finland’s 4 Nations war cry « Euro Weekly News

Patrik Laine sparks a Nordic sporting war ahead of the 4 Nations tournament.

Patrik Laine has plunged the Finnish team into controversy by declaring Finland’s hatred for Sweden ahead of their 4 Nations clash. Get the inside scoop on the hottest grudge match in hockey.

They say there’s no smoke without fire – and Patrik Laine has certainly lit a blaze that’s got ice hockey fans buzzing worldwide! The explosive Finnish forward made his feelings crystal clear in a scorching interview, admitting his countrymen “hate” their old enemies from Sweden. With the Four Nations Tournament just around the corner, the tension is already hotter than a sauna in Helsinki, and a sporting war of epic proportions is on.

Swedes in the firing line

Laine, who will be joining fellow Montreal Canadiens star Joel Armia on Team Finland, didn’t pull any punches:

“We hate them. There’s nothing more to say.”

Sparks will fly at the Bell Centre on February 15, when Finland square up to their arch-enemies. For the Finns, it’s all about Finn-ishing off Sweden in style. The allure of international rivalry is hard to ignore – especially when it’s a good old-fashioned Viking grudge match between the Nordics.

It won’t take long for Laine to get his first taste of the competition, as the Finns start their campaign on February 13 against the United States, before that mouth-watering showdown between Sweden and Finland on February 15.

Sweden’s match against Finland might be the main attraction of the entire tournament, as these two neighbouring nations bring their notorious rivalry to one of hockey’s most famed arenas. With Laine’s fiery words still echoing in the air, brace yourselves for a match that’s sure to be anything but friendly. Stay tuned – Sweden and Finland are grinding their axes, and it’s guaranteed to be a Nordic showdown for the ages.

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