Ice hockey governing body officials are evaluating all possible avenues for the 2027 IIHF World Championship scheduled to be held in Germany, as the participation status of Russia remains unresolved. The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) continues to assess the situation ahead of the tournament, which is set to take place in German venues.
The consideration comes more than seven years after Russia last competed in the championship's bronze medal match, where Sergei Plotnikov and the Russian team faced Czech Republic's Dmitrij Jaskin at the 2019 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Bratislava. Since then, Russia's involvement in international ice hockey competitions has been subject to ongoing review by the federation.
IIHF leadership has not announced a timeline for a final decision regarding Russia's potential participation in the 2027 tournament. The organization has previously stated it would monitor geopolitical developments and consult with stakeholders before determining eligibility for future championships.
Germany was awarded hosting rights for the 2027 World Championship, marking the country's second time hosting the event after the 2010 edition. Preparations for the tournament continue across multiple German cities while the federation addresses the outstanding participation questions.
