In their second World Championship preliminary match in Malmö, Switzerland suffered a 5-2 defeat against the Czech Republic. The game was tied 1-1 at the end of the second period, thanks to crucial saves from goalie Lukas Genhart. However, the final third saw Switzerland overwhelmed, conceding four goals while only managing to score once more. With this loss, Switzerland will face a tougher opponent in the quarter-finals, as they seek to secure second place in their group against Norway next.