Hosts Italy recorded their second consecutive victory today ©IWAS

Hosts Italy recorded their second consecutive victory at the International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports Federation Powerchair Hockey World Championships as they dispatched Canada in Lignano Sabbiadoro.

The Italian team claimed a rampant 22-0 win over their Canadian opponents in the Group A encounter at the Bella Italia Efa Village Sport Hall.

It followed their 9-5 triumph against Switzerland yesterday.

The result moved Italy to the brink of qualifying for the next round of the tournament.

Germany beat Denmark 6-1 to begin their campaign with a win ©IWAS
Germany beat Denmark 6-1 to begin their campaign with a win ©IWAS

In Group B, Belgium began their campaign with a confident 12-3 win against Australia.

Germany joined Belgium in winning their opening game, defeating Denmark 6-1.

The top two countries in each group will progress to the semi-finals.

Group action is scheduled to continue tomorrow.

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