Sweden defeats Italy in world playoff match

Also in Group C, Montreal Canadiens goalkeeper Jaroslav Halak made 24 saves to lead Slovakia to a 3-0 shutout of Norway.

Marek Uram opened the scoring 12 minutes into the first period, with Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara doubling the team's advantage just 51 seconds later.

The Norwegians became visibly frustrated in the second period, clocking 10 minutes in the penalty box as the Slovaks kept their spotless record intact.