Brynäs IF enter Game Day 3 with mixed fortunes from their opening two outings. The Swedes began their campaign with a 4–1 loss to Kometa Brno, where early defensive errors proved costly despite creating plenty of chances.

They responded two days later with a much stronger performance, shutting out Mountfield HK 5–0 on the road. Anton Rödin, Jack Kopacka and Greg Scott all contributed multiple points in that win, while goaltender Damian Clara stopped every shot he faced. It was the kind of bounce-back effort that restored confidence and showed the quality in their lineup when they find their rhythm.

KAC Klagenfurt, meanwhile, also stand at one win and one loss after two home games. Their opener ended in a 4–1 defeat to Sparta Prague, where they struggled to contain Mārtiņš Dzierkals and even conceded a shorthanded goal.

But the Austrians regrouped on Game Day 2, edging DEL powerhouse Eisbären Berlin 3–2 in a tight contest. Nicholas Petersen, Mathias From and Luka Gomboc provided the goals, while Sebastian Dahm stood tall in net as Klagenfurt held off a late push.

With both teams sitting on three points, Thursday’s clash in Gävle promises to be important in shaping the group standings. Brynäs will aim to build momentum on home ice, while Klagenfurt look to carry their resilience from Game Day 2 into another demanding match-up. Fans can expect an evenly balanced, hard-fought game between two sides eager to establish themselves in the playoff race.