Ice hockey return to Düsseldorf: World Cup general rehearsal against the USA

Ice hockey return to Düsseldorf: World Cup general rehearsal against the USA

In Düsseldorf, an exciting ice hockey match will take place on May 4, namely the last preparatory game of the German national team before the World Cup 2025. This dress rehearsal is particularly remarkable because it has been the first ice hockey international in Düsseldorf for almost 40 years; The last took place in 1986 when the German team played against the Soviet Union.

The arena in Düsseldorf, which offers space for around 14,000 spectators, will also be the venue of the 2027 World Cup. DEB-General Secretary Claus Gröbner expressed optimistically about the number of spectators and expects a sold-out dome. "We have such an attractive opponent with the USA," he said when presenting the preparatory program.

preparation for the World Cup

Preparations for the World Cup begin in Regensburg in early April. There the team will play two games against the reigning world champion Czech Republic on April 10th and 12th. After the D_Match against the USA in Düsseldorf, the team flies to Denmark under the direction of national coach Harold Kreis, where it starts on May 10th in Herning against Hungary.

Furthermore, two games are in the program in Slovakia, the exact data of which have not yet been determined. On April 26, the German selection in Rosenheim will meet Austria and play another duel in Zell am See.

The national team and their fan base can look forward to an exciting year in ice hockey, with many games and anticipation for the World Championships. This dress rehearsal against the USA offers the perfect opportunity to adapt to the upcoming challenges. More details on this topic can be found in a detailed report on www.merkur.de .