STOCKHOLM, Sweden – The United States is playing for gold as they face Switzerland in the IIHF men’s world hockey championships today – Sunday, May 25– at Avicii Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. The matchup is available on multiple streaming services for free.
Today’s International Ice Hockey Federation championship game will broadcast live on NHL Network with the puck dropping at 2:30 p.m. Eastern. (8:20 p.m. Central European Summer) Fans who have parted ways with their local cable provider can catch the action by utilizing streaming alternatives like FuboTV and DIRECTV, which offers a free trial and $30 off your first month.
Sling TV is also offering promotional discounts for new customers. NOTE: You will need the Sports Extra add-on with either Sling Orange or Blue to watch the NHL Network.
Streaming serviceMonthly PriceFree trial LengthDiscountDIRECTV$74.99Yes5-day$30 off first monthFuboTV$84.99YesVaries$20-25 off first month SlingTV$45.99NoN/AHalf off first month
The United States punched their ticket to the gold medal game with a 6-2 thrashing of Sweden on their home ice in the semifinals on May 24.
Shane Pinto delivered a three-point gem with one goal and two assists. Six different Americans touched the twine with a dazzling offensive outing that saw a quick 2-0 lead on battery of shots. United States goalkeeper Jeremy Swayman halted 27 shots in the win.
The United States captured gold in the 1960 and 1980 Olympic tournaments, but have not tasted gold at worlds since 1933. It’s their best result in the tournament since their 1950 silver medal.
Watch USA vs. Switzerland for free on DIRECTV
The Swiss blanked Denmark, 7-0, to secure their second straight trip to the gold medal game. Switzerland unloaded on their European foe, including two goals from Nino Niederreiter. Goalie Leonardo Genoni tallied 17 saves for a second consecutive shutout. The country has never won worlds.
The Americans lone loss of the tournament (0-3) came at the sticks of the Swiss back in the group stage on May 12, setting up this juicy finale.
How do I watch USA vs. Switzerland if you’re not in the United States?
If you’re not in the United States, you can use a VPN to sign up for DIRECTV (free trial and $30 off first month) or FuboTV (free trial and $20-25 off first month) or Sling TV (half off first month) and set your location to a US server.
Here’s more information on how to watch the 2025 men’s IIHF hockey championship on TV and streaming services.
What: IIHF men’s hockey world championship: USA vs. Switzerland
When: Sunday, May 25, 2025
Time: 2:20 p.m. Eastern (8:20 p.m. Central European Summer)
Where: Avicii Arena | Stockholm, Sweden
Channels: NHL Network
Best streaming options: FuboTV (free trial and $20-25 off first month), DIRECTV (free trial and $30 off first month) and Sling TV (half off first month)
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