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CAS overturns IIHF bans, lets Russian teams compete 2026-27

By Drooid · Oct 30, 2026 · How we work

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CAS ruled in Russia’s favor, allowing its teams to compete in IIHF tournaments.
The ruling overturns bans that excluded Russian teams for the 2026-27 season after the 2022 invasion.
Russia must join five events, starting with the Men’s World Junior Championship in Edmonton on Dec. 26.
Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyaryov praised the decision as recognizing the federation’s demands.
IIHF said the ruling does not remove its safety and security concerns.

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CAS ruled in Russia’s favor, allowing its teams to compete in IIHF tournaments.
The ruling overturns bans that excluded Russian teams for the 2026-27 season after the 2022 invasion.
Russia must join five events, starting with the Men’s World Junior Championship in Edmonton on Dec. 26.
Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyaryov praised the decision as recognizing the federation’s demands.
IIHF said the ruling does not remove its safety and security concerns.