North America is standing tall as the group stage concludes. In our second Power Rankings of the 2026 IIHF Women’s World Championship, the defending champion Americans hold on to first place, coming off an 8-1 romp over Czechia sparked by captain Hilary Knight’s hat trick. Canada, which blanked Finland 2-0 on a 25-save Ann-Renee Desbiens shutout, is shining with a full team effort as well in second place. And the revitalized Swedes, who got two goals from Wilma Sundin in a 5-0 win over Japan, move up into third place. Who will survive the quarter-finals? Bring on the do-or-die action in Herning and Esbjerg!

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The Power Rankings are for the enjoyment of IIHF.com readers, and reflect the progress of teams during the IIHF Women's World Championship. They are distinct from the official standings and IIHF Women's World Ranking.