A nail-biting clash, intense moments, and an Overtime goal—relive the epic Canada vs. USA showdown in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final!
Hockey fans everywhere watched an exciting game as Canada and the USA faced off in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. With both teams wanting to win for their country, the match was fast, intense, and full of action.
Right from the start at Boston’s TD Garden, both teams played with high energy. The crowd was loud, knowing they were watching something special. The game went back and forth, with each team scoring and keeping up the pressure. With so many talented players on the ice, it was clear this wouldn’t be an easy win for either side. As time ran out in the third period, the score was still tied, leading to a nail-biting overtime. Both teams had chances to win, but only one could take home the championship.
Team Canada secured a 3-2 overtime victory against Team USA on Thursday, winning the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off Championship in Boston. The midseason international tournament, organized by the NHL, delivered a thrilling finale, with both teams battling intensely until Connor McDavid sealed the win with a decisive goal.
The game started with a tribute to the late Johnny Gaudreau, as Team USA hockey legend Mike Eruzione honored him by wearing his No. 13 jersey. Eruzione, serving as an honorary captain alongside Wayne Gretzky, led the ceremony before the puck drop.
Once the action began, Nathan MacKinnon put Canada ahead in the first period, firing a wrist shot past Connor Hellebuyck off a setup from Thomas Harley. However, the U.S. responded late in the period when Auston Matthews’ wraparound attempt was stopped by Canadian goalie Jordan Binnington, but Brady Tkachuk was quick to tap in the rebound, tying the game at 1-1.
Canada beat US to claim 4 Nations Face-Off title
Canada beat fierce rivals the United States 3-2 in overtime to win a riveting 4 Nations Face-Off final in Boston on Thursday and close out an ice hockey tournament high on political tension.https://t.co/8u5fHZ3m34
The second period followed a similar pattern, with both teams trading goals. Jake Sanderson gave Team USA a 2-1 lead, but Canada answered back when Sam Bennett found the net to even the score once again. The third period saw no goals, as both sides tightened defensively, leading to a tense overtime.
FOUR NATIONS SIGNING OFF 🫡
Goodnight, hockey fans.
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In the extra period, the game opened up with fast-paced, end-to-end action. Both teams had chances to score, but it was McDavid who delivered the winning moment. His goal secured Canada’s victory and echoed Sidney Crosby’s famous overtime winner against Team USA in the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Brad Marchand is always willing to help a teammate out. 😆 #4Nations pic.twitter.com/HplMf4ISBg
This final came just days after the U.S. had beaten Canada 3-1 in round-robin play, a matchup known for its physical intensity. The 4 Nations Face-Off replaced the NHL All-Star Game this year and set the stage for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, where NHL players will return to Olympic competition for the first time since 2014.
Canada’s thrilling 3-2 overtime victory over Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game on Thursday wasn’t just a hockey showdown—it also sparked a political exchange between Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Shortly after Connor McDavid’s game-winning goal in Boston, Trudeau took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate Canada’s victory while responding to Trump’s earlier remarks about Canada potentially becoming the 51st U.S. state. “You can’t take our country — and you can’t take our game,” Trudeau posted a clear jab at Trump’s comments.
You can’t take our country — and you can’t take our game.
Earlier in the day, Trump had written on Truth Social that he was supporting Team USA and jokingly suggested that Canada might “someday, maybe soon, become our cherished, and very important, Fifty First State.” His statement, delivered in typical bold style, stirred reactions on both sides of the border.
Adding to the intensity of the rivalry, fans also got involved in the political drama. Before the game, U.S. hockey fans booed the Canadian national anthem, a response to Canadian fans in Montreal booing “The Star-Spangled Banner” ahead of Team USA’s previous game. The back-and-forth fueled an already passionate atmosphere, making the championship feel like more than just a hockey game. Despite the political jabs and heated fan reactions, the game itself delivered an unforgettable moment for hockey lovers. Canada’s win marked a significant milestone in international hockey, and while the political banter may continue, the championship trophy is heading north of the border.
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