Eisbären Berlin Secure Crucial Win in Champions Hockey League

The German champions defeated Sheffield Steelers 5-3 in the first leg of the CHL round of 16, setting up a decisive home match.

Eisbären Berlin took control early in the match against Sheffield Steelers, leading to a 5-3 victory.
Key performances from Zach Boychuk, Mitch Reinke, Ty Ronning, Blaine Byron, and Leonhard Pföderl contributed to the win.
The match was played in front of nearly 9,000 spectators at Sheffield Arena.
Despite a strong start, Berlin faced resistance as Sheffield leveled the score before Berlin pulled ahead in the final period.
The return leg will be held at the Wellblechpalast in Berlin, where Eisbären aim to secure their place in the quarterfinals.