VIDEO: Great Britain Avoids Relegation at IIHF Worlds With Ben Davies OT Winner
By Charles Nason
With the IIHF World Championship in full swing, there has been a slew of highlight reel goals from some of the NHL's best along with players from junior leagues around the world. The latest of these goals comes from Great Britain forward Ben Davies, a member of the EIHL's Guildford Flames.
BEN DAVIES WITH THE OVERTIME WINNER! GB AVOID RELEGATION AND REMAIN IN THE TOP TIER! ?? #IIHFWorlds pic.twitter.com/eZO1fnajp1
— caitlin berry (@caitlinsports) May 20, 2019
Davies' goal helped lift Great Britain to a 4-3 win over France in overtime after the French had led 3-0 earlier in the game. The goal not only sealed a first tournament win for Great Britain, but also helped them avoid relegation from the top league and earn a spot in the the IIHF World Championship in 2020.