The scene of the game
It was the 21st minute when Luca Hischier scored the lead following a dream combination. Fans celebrated the creation of the goal on social media, for example they raved regarding a Brazilian station wagon. The goal by the older brother of NHL star Nico Hischier was the starting signal for Biel. Toni Rajala, Jesper Olofsson, Ramon Tanner and Etienne Froidevaux later also scored in the 5-3 win.
The key figure
Harry Säteri. On Saturday the Biel goalkeeper was redundant, on Monday evening he returned to the ice. And the Finnish star goalie made sure with several monster saves that the ZSC Lions scored only three goals in this playoff series – and not only that: Thanks to Säteri’s top performance, ZSC is 0:3 behind in the series.
The better team
The EHC Biel. The fact alone that the ZSC Lions only scored three times following three games is an indication that the Bielers were the better team. The Seelanders were convincing and were the more active team for long stretches. Even following the goals they conceded, they did not let themselves be deterred and shot down the Zurich team with five goals.
The grandstand chirping 1.0
Antti Törmänen missed Game 2 due to a planned surgery. Now the Biel coach, who is suffering from cancer, has returned to the gang. Not only did he see his team’s third win in the playoff semifinals, he also saw a banner from the Zurich fans. It said: “Chered the series!” After the game it is clear: The Lions have not swept anything, on the contrary. The ZSC is on the brink.
The twittering of the stands 2.0
In the 44th minute, Biel’s captain was unluckily hit by the puck. Christian Marti hit Gaëtan Haas directly in the face with a wrist shot from the blue line. The center immediately disappeared into the dressing room.
The outlook
The two teams will meet once more on Wednesday. If the ZSC Lions lose once morest EHC Biel, the season is over for Zurich and Biel is in the final. Excitement guaranteed!
