With a combined team of talent and experience, Finland's ladies are ready for the upcoming WC. Ahead of the championship in Utica, the team looks to have a lineup that promises tough opposition.

Finland is fielding a strong attack, consisting of, among others, Petra Nieminen, Noora Tulus, Elisa Holopainen and Viivi Vainikka. On paper, it looks to be a mix of speed and skill that can challenge any defense. Additionally, the return of veterans Michelle Karvinen and Susanna Tapani are expected to bring not only skill but leadership as well.

On the defensive side, Jenni Hiirikoski and Nelli Laitinen are two key players who will ensure stability and strength at the back. With newcomers such as forward Julia Schalin and defenders Oona Kuokkula and Eve Savander, Finland also has some younger names in the championship.

Finland's squad for the 2024 Women's World Cup

Goalkeepers

1 Sanni Ahola, St. Cloud State Univ.
31 Tiia Pajarinen, Kiekko-Espoo
36 Anni Keisala, HV71

Backing

5 Siiri Yrjölä, HIFK Helsinki
6 Jenni Hiirikoski, Luleå HF
7 Sanni Rantala, KalPa Kuopio
8 Eve Savander, MoDo Hockey
9 Nelli Laitinen, Univ. of Minnesota
14 Krista Parkkonen, Univ. of Vermont
15 Oona Koukula, HPK Hämeenlinna
88 Ronja Savolainen, Luleå HF

Forwards

10 Elisa Holopainen, KalPa Kuopio
12 Sanni Vanhanen, HIFK Helsinki
16 Petra Nieminen, Luleå HF
20 Anna-Kaisa Antti-Roiko, Kärpät Oulu
22 Julia Schalin, Kiekko-Espoo
24 Viivi Vainikka, Luleå HF
28 Jenniina Nylund, Brynäs IF
32 Emilia Vesa, Frölunda HC
33 Michelle Karvinen, Frölunda HC
34 Sofiana Sundelin, St. Cloud State Univ.
40 Noora Tulus, Luleå HF
77 Susanna Tapani, Boston
91 Julia Liikala, HIFK Helsinki

Finland's schedule in the WC (Group A)

The matches are listed in Swedish time.

April 3:
Finland – Czech Republic
21:00

April 5:
Canada – Finland
01:00

April 7:
Finland – USA
01:00

April 8:
Switzerland – Finland
21:00

Updated March 28, 2024