The German Para The national ice hockey team has made it into the top three teams at the qualification tournament in Östersund/Sweden and therefore has the last chance ParaMissed the Olympics in South Korea next year.
In the final group game against hosts Sweden, a draw after regular playing time would have been enough for head coach Andreas Pokorny's team. In the end, however, the game was lost 60-1 after 4 minutes. Apart from exploiting the chances, Pokorny said he couldn't blame his team. In addition to the lack of goals, the appointment of a Swedish main referee in this important match was also criticized. According to Pokorny, this approach is simply a joke. Team manager Ian Wood has now announced a complete rebuild if you look at the ParaWant to take part in the 2022 Olympics in Beijing.