Canada has been the world's best in women's hockey for most of the last several years, but a younger U.S. team now has the chance to seize momentum going into the Olympic season. The World Championship begins Wednesday in Czechia and runs through an April 20 final.

The frequency of their meetings have created a fierce rivalry deepened by the advent of the PWHL. The post The US-Canada rivalry will be renewed at the 2025 women’s ice hockey world championships. Here’s what to know.

For players hoping to earn a spot on the Canadian women's hockey team heading to Italy for the Olympics next February, this world championship is a crucial audition. It's also the last major tournament before the Games,