NHL and NHLPA Unveil Host Cities for 2028 World Cup of Hockey

The NHL and NHL Players’ Association have officially revealed the host cities for the highly anticipated 2028 World Cup of Hockey, set to showcase the best talent in the sport. This international tournament will take place in February 2028, with matches held in both Europe and North America.

Prague, Czechia, will serve as the European venue, while Calgary and Edmonton in Alberta, Canada, will represent North America. Calgary is set to debut its new arena, Scotia Place, which will host seven round-robin games along with one elimination game. Similarly, the O2 Arena in Prague will feature the same format, ensuring a thrilling atmosphere for fans in both cities.

Edmonton’s Rogers Place will be the site of the semifinals and the final, adding to the excitement for local hockey enthusiasts. The tournament will include eight participating countries, though specific teams will be announced at a later date.

In total, 17 games will be played during the World Cup of Hockey, although the exact dates and schedule are still to be confirmed. This upcoming event continues the trend of international competitions featuring NHL players, following the 4 Nations Face-Off in 2025 and the return of NHL players to the Olympics in 2026 after a hiatus since 2014. The 4 Nations culminated in a thrilling overtime victory for Canada over the USA, thanks to a goal from Connor McDavid, while Jack Hughes led the USA to an overtime win in Milan last month.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.