This image captures an ice hockey game in progress within a large indoor arena in Milan, Italy, specifically identified by "MILANO CORTINA 2026" branding on the jumbotron and rink boards, indicating a connection to the future Olympic Games

This image captures an ice hockey game in progress within a large indoor arena in Milan, Italy, specifically identified by "MILANO CORTINA 2026" branding on the jumbotron and rink boards, indicating a connection to the future Olympic Games. The scene is viewed from an elevated vantage point, showcasing a standard ice hockey rink with white ice, marked with red and blue lines, and face-off circles. A red goal net is positioned at the far left. Approximately twelve ice hockey players are actively engaged on the ice, with two teams discernible by their uniforms: one in predominantly red and black, and the other in white and black. A goalie in red and black stands within the crease at the far left. Players are scattered across the rink, holding sticks, with a cluster of players from both teams interacting near the right side. Two referees, wearing black and white striped jerseys, are present on the ice. A large, multi-faceted video jumbotron is suspended above the center of the rink, displaying game statistics: "CZE 2" versus "SUI 1", a game clock showing "8:37", and shots on goal "CZE 7, SUI 8". The jumbotron also features the Olympic rings logo and live action footage. Tiered seating, predominantly blue, surrounds the rink and is moderately occupied by spectators. Overhead, a complex rigging structure supports numerous professional lights, spotlights, and sound speakers. The rink boards clearly display "MILANO CORTINA 2026" and "MILANO CENTRALE" branding, and flags, including the Swiss flag, are visible among the spectators.