# 2026 IIHF Women’s Ice Hockey World Championship > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-iihf-womens-ice-hockey-world-championship > Updated: 2026-11-06T06:38:25.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 2. The 2026 IIHF Women’s World Championship has commenced in Denmark, featuring ten nations competing under a new tournament format where the top four teams from each group advance to the knockout stage. Early tournament action in Group A saw the United States secure a 7:0 victory over Switzerland, while Germany defeated Austria 2:0. Austria, competing in its first A-level World Championship, also recorded a 1:4 loss to the Czech Republic. Prior to the start of play, national teams including Sweden and Finland announced their rosters. Sweden’s squad, led by coach Erika Holst, features a mix of veterans and rising talent, while Finland’s team, under head coach Tero Lehterä, aims to improve upon recent Olympic results. A controversy has emerged regarding a mandate from the IIHF requiring teams to wear generic jerseys due to a legal dispute involving a sponsorship agreement with True Hockey. This has prevented teams such as Canada and the USA from using their traditional branded kits, which has drawn criticism from fans. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-06: Sweden and Finland reveal rosters for Women's World Championship Sweden and Finland have announced their rosters for the Women's World Championship in Denmark, with both teams aiming for podium finishes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sweden-and-finland-reveal-rosters-for-womens-world-championship ### 2026-11-04: Women’s Ice Hockey World Championship begins in Denmark The Women’s Ice Hockey World Championship has launched in Denmark. The USA dominated Switzerland 7:0, while Germany defeated Austria 2:0. A jersey dispute has forced major teams to wear generic kits. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/austria-womens-ice-hockey-team-loses-world-championship-debut --- Cite as: 2026 IIHF Women’s Ice Hockey World Championship. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2026-iihf-womens-ice-hockey-world-championship