The Finnish National Team represents Finland in international sports competitions, primarily in football (soccer) and ice hockey. The team is governed by the Football Association of Finland for football and Ice Hockey Association for ice hockey. They compete in various tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA European Championship for football, and the IIHF World Championship for ice hockey. The Finnish football team is known for its passionate fan base and has made significant strides in recent years, qualifying for major tournaments. The ice hockey team, often referred to as the Leijonat (Lions), has a strong history, winning multiple IIHF World Championships and an Olympic gold medal in 1995.