The 1979

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was contested among four men's

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playing nations. The championship was played in Sweden from 27 January-4 February 1979. Soviet Union, who remained unbeaten through the tournament, became champions.

Participants

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Premier tour

* 27 January : Norway – Finland 2–8 : Soviet Union – Sweden 4–3 * 28 January : Norway – Sweden 1–7 : Soviet Union – Finland 4–4 * 30 January : Finland – Sweden 1–8 : Soviet Union – Norway 6–4 * 1 February : Norway – Sweden 0–4 : Soviet Union – Finland 6–3 * 2 February : Finland – Sweden 1–7 : Soviet Union – Norway 7–2 : 4 February : Norway – Finland 2–6 : Soviet Union – Sweden 4–2

References

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International bandy competitions hosted by Sweden

International sports competitions in Gothenburg 1970s in Gothenburg