A pivotal Group B match awards USA and Czechia today, as a win for either club could shift the balance of power in the group standings.
The United States are coming off the heels of a 11-3 win over Switzerland after a 4-1 victory over Norway in the first game of the tournament. Jimmy Snuggerud scored three times against Switzerland, while Gavin Brindley scored twice in both of the Americans' wins. This team also features some top NHL prospects in Cutter Gauthier, Will Smith, Ryan Leonard and Lane Hutson.
Czechia, meanwhile, responded nicely after a huge tournament-opening loss to Slovakia. They cruised past Norway, 8-1, behind three goals from Jiri Kulich and Eduard Sale. Those two are the key members of the Czech squad, alongside fellow lineman Matyas Sapovaliv goalie Michael Hrabal.
The Americans and Czechs are both looking to avenge their finishes in the 2023 tournament. The U.S. took home the bronze, while Czechia was the runner-up to Canada. USA last won in 2021, 2017 and 2013, while Czechia hasn't won since back-to-back golds in 2000 and 2001.
Here is everything you need to know about USA vs. Czechia, including the start time, TV schedule and streaming information for the World Juniors matchup.
What channel is USA vs. Czechia on today?
- TV channels: TSN 3 (Canada) | NHL Network (United States)
- Live stream: TSN app (Canada) | Fubo (United States)
Viewers in Canada will find the action for USA vs. Czechia on TSN and can stream the game using the TSN app.
Dennis Beyak and Craig Button will be on the call for TSN with Kenzie Lalonde reporting rinkside. Laura Diakun and analyst Dave Reid will lead studio coverage during intermissions.
Fans hoping to watch the game in the United States can tune into NHL Network, or stream the game with Fubo.
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USA vs. Czechia start time
- Date: Friday, Dec. 29
- Time: 11 a.m. ET (5 p.m. CET)
The puck drops at 11 a.m. ET from Frolundaborg in Gothenburg, Sweden.
This is the third game for both clubs at the 2024 World Juniors, which began on Tuesday, Dec. 26. The United States won both matches to tie Slovakia for the to spot in Group B.
Czechia, meanwhile, lost its first match of the tournament to Slovakia but beat Norway to stick around in the group with three points.
World Juniors odds 2024
The United States was the favorite to win the tournament and is a 2.5-goal favorite against Czechia today at -110 odds and -600 on the moneyline Czechia at +2.5 is -120 odds and +360 on the moneyline. The over/under is set at 6.5 goals (-115).
USA World Juniors schedule 2023
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Opponent/Result | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 26 | United States 4, Norway 1 | - | - |
| Dec. 28 | United States 11, Switzerland 3 | - | - |
| Dec. 29 | vs. Czechia | 11 a.m. | TSN3, NHLN |
| Dec. 31 | vs. Slovakia | 6 a.m. | TSN, NHLN |
| Jan. 2 | TBD (Quarterfinals) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| Jan. 4 | TBD (Semifinals) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| Jan. 5 | TBD (Gold-Medal Game) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
Czechia World Juniors schedule 2023
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Opponent/Result | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 26 | Slovakia 6, Czechia 2 | - | - |
| Dec. 27 | Czechia 8, Norway 1 | - | - |
| Dec. 29 | vs. United States | 11 a.m | TSN3, NHLN |
| Dec. 31 | vs. Switzerland | 11 a.m. | TSN3, NHLN |
| Jan. 2 | TBD (Quarterfinals) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| Jan. 4 | TBD (Semifinals) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| Jan. 5 | TBD (Gold-Medal Game) | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
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