The National Hockey League (NHL) stars will be in action for almost the entire duration of the 2026 Winter Olympics as Milan gears up to host the top names from the sport. While the women’s tournament had already kicked off on February 5, the men’s tournament begins on February 11 as thrilling action awaits the fans.
The men’s tournament will have 12 teams competing for the ultimate prize, while 10 teams kicked-off the event in women’s category. For the unknown, Russia and Belarus are not allowed to compete at international championships through the International Ice Hockey Federation’s (IIHF) 2026 program because of their military aggression in Ukraine.
Ice hockey venues at 2026 Winter Olympics
All ice hockey matches for the 2026 Games are being staged in Milan, Italy, across two primary arenas. The main hub is the brand-new Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, a state-of-the-art facility with a seating capacity of 14,000 designed specifically for this event. This venue will host the majority of high-profile matchups, including the semifinals and all medal games. The Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena serves as the secondary venue, hosting several preliminary round games for both the men’s ..
