Sweden

The Sweden men's national ice hockey team (Swedish: Sveriges herrlandslag i ishockey) is governed by the Swedish Ice Hockey Association. It is one of the most successful national ice hockey teams in the world and a member of the so-called "Big Six", the unofficial group of the six strongest men's ice hockey nations, along with Canada, the Czech Republic, Finland, Russia and the United States.

The team's nickname Tre Kronor, meaning "Three Crowns", refers to the emblem on the team jersey, which is found in the lesser national coat of arms of the Kingdom of Sweden. The first time this emblem was used on the national team's jersey was on 12 February 1938, during the World Championships in Prague.

The team has won numerous medals at both the World Championships and the Winter Olympics. In 2006, they became the first team to win both tournaments in the same calendar year, by winning the 2006 Winter Olympics in a thrilling final against Finland by 3–2, and the 2006 World Championships by beating Czech Republic in the final, 4–0. In 2013 the team was the first team to win the World Championships at home since the Soviet Union in 1986. In 2018, the Swedish team won its 11th title at the World Championships. In 2021 Sweden failed to reach the playoffs for the first time after the tournament implemented the playoff system, placing 9th, tying their 1937 team for their worst placement in tournament history.

The Swedish national ice hockey team is one of the most successful teams in the world, with a long and storied history in the sport. Known for their fast-paced, aggressive style of play, the Swedish team is made up of some of the best players in the world, many of whom play in the NHL.

Led by head coach Rikard Grönborg, the Swedish team is known for their strong defensive play, with a focus on shutting down their opponents' offensive attacks. They also have a potent offense, with skilled forwards who can score goals in bunches.

Some of the most notable players on the Swedish team include Henrik Lundqvist, Victor Hedman, and Elias Pettersson. Lundqvist, a veteran goaltender, is widely regarded as one of the best in the world, while Hedman and Pettersson are both young stars who have already made a big impact in the NHL.

Overall, the Swedish national ice hockey team is a force to be reckoned with, and they are always a top contender in international competitions like the Olympics and the World Championships. With their combination of skill, speed, and toughness, they are a team that can beat anyone on any given day.