USA-Canada gold medal game: Top photos from an Olympic instant classic - ESPN
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by Brianna WilliamsFebruary 23, 2026
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In a thrilling rematch of last year's 4 Nations Face-Off final, Team USA defeated Canada in overtime to claim gold at the 2026 Olympic men's hockey tournament. The United States triumphed 2-1, ending Canada's streak of dominance and marking their first Olympic gold since the iconic "Miracle on Ice" win in 1980. Both teams entered the game undefeated, setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown.
The game was decided in dramatic fashion when Jack Hughes scored the golden goal just 46 seconds into overtime. Despite sustaining a high-stick injury earlier in the
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Originally published on ESPN on 2/23/2026