Team Matt Dunstone came into the 2026 LGT World Men’s Curling Championship in Utah with a clear mission: capture the gold medal and give E.J. Harnden a perfect sendoff as a world champion.
Watch Live Here: SWEDEN VS CANADA LIVE
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Now, they’re one step away from making that vision a reality.
The Winnipeg-based squad delivered an unforgettable performance Friday, putting together two high-pressure playoff wins to earn a spot in Saturday’s gold-medal game against Sweden’s Team Niklas Edin at the Weber County Ice Sheet.
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What: LGT men’s curling gold medal game
Where: Ogden, Utah
Who: Canada vs Sweden
When: 4:00 PM ET
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After edging Italy’s Team Stefano Spiller in a tense qualification matchup earlier in the day, the Canadian champions carried that momentum into the semifinal, defeating Scotland’s Ross Whyte 9-7 in another thrilling contest.
“It’s an unbelievable feeling,” said Harnden, who will retire after the tournament. “The fight and determination we showed all day were incredible. Everyone had each other’s backs, and we made some huge shots when it mattered most. I’m really looking forward to playing in a world final with this group.”
Scotland entered the semifinal riding a 10-game winning streak — the same streak Canada now brings into the championship game — and started strong with an early two-point end. But unlike their earlier meeting, Dunstone’s team quickly responded, highlighted by a precise runback to tie things up in the third.
The game stayed tight, with both teams exchanging points. Scotland regained a two-point edge in the sixth, but momentum shifted in the seventh thanks to two standout shots from Colton Lott. His double takeout followed by a perfectly placed hit-and-roll forced Scotland into trouble, and when Whyte couldn’t fully recover, Dunstone capitalized with a draw for three to take the lead.
“I barely remember how it all unfolded,” Dunstone joked. “The second half was a blur, but Colton made an incredible shot that really turned things in our favor.”
After both teams scored two in the following ends, Canada held a narrow lead heading into the 10th, with Scotland having the final stone advantage. Dunstone effectively sealed the win with a clutch raise that set up a nearly untouchable shot on the button, securing the victory.
Canada previously defeated Sweden 10-3 during round-robin play and will now aim to secure its first world men’s title since Brad Gushue’s triumph in 2017.
“We don’t need to change anything,” said Dunstone. “We just beat a top team by sticking to our game plan. If we do that again, we’ll give ourselves a great chance.”
Earlier in the day, Harnden admitted he wasn’t sure if he was about to play his final game. Now, there’s no uncertainty — Saturday will be his last.
“This is it,” he said with a smile. “One more game, and we’re going all in. Gold or nothing.”
Dunstone acknowledged the emotional weight of the moment.
“It’s going to be special,” he said. “E.J. is one of the best to ever do it, and it’s been an honor to play alongside him. If we can finish this with a win, it would be the perfect ending for all of us.”
Sweden booked its place in the final with an 8-6 extra-end victory over the United States, while Scotland and the U.S. will face off for bronze earlier in the day.
