Despite a slow start that saw the Norwegians take a two-goal lead, Latvia improved as the game progressed and emerged victorious 3:2 thanks to a pair of goals from Rūdolfs Balcers either side of a Rodrigo Abols goal.
You can see the full match statistics HERE.
The win will boost confidence ahead of a tricky next match versus Finland May 6.
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— IIHF (@IIHFHockey) May 5, 2018