Home » Canada vs. United States Women’s Ice Hockey Olympics 2026: Preview, Predictions, Projected Lines and More
The United States and Canada women’s teams meet in a Group A clash at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The game is set for Tuesday, Feb. 10, with puck drop at 2:10 p.m. ET. This matchup is one of the most anticipated games of the group stage in Milan.
The Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will run from Feb. 6 to Feb. 22, 2026. Women’s ice hockey games will be staged in Milan. Ten teams are split into two groups, with standings shaping quarterfinal paths.
Team USA enters the game leading Group A with six points after two wins. The Americans defeated Czechia 5-1 and Finland 5-0 to open the tournament. Canada sits close behind with just one win and is also looking to gain momentum in group play.
The rivalry carries recent Olympic weight. At the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, Canada edged the United States 3-2 in the gold medal game. Team USA finished that tournament with three preliminary wins and strong playoff performances before falling short in the final.
The United States has participated in every women’s Olympic hockey tournament and secured medals in each. They have won Gold medals in 1998 and 2018, with four silver medals and one bronze medal added since. Canada remains the defending Olympic champion and brings elite depth into Milan.
This game should be fast and physical from the opening shift. The United States may control tempo with speed through the neutral zone, and Canada will do the same. Both teams are strong, and it will be a sight to see.
Per Kalshi, the United States has a 57 percent chance to win, while Canada sits at 43 percent. A close game is expected, with small details deciding the outcome.
Team USA leans on speed and puck pressure, as Hilary Knight, Kendall Coyne Schofield, and Alex Carpenter drive the offense.
Forwards: Abbey Murphy, Alex Carpenter, Britta Curl-Salemme, Grace Zumwinkle, Hannah Bilka, Hayley Scamurra, Hilary Knight, Joy Dunne, Kelly Pannek, Kendall Coyne Schofield, Kirsten Simms, Taylor Heise, Tessa Janecke
Defense: Cayla Barnes, Caroline Harvey, Haley Winn, Laila Edwards, Lee Stecklein, Megan Keller, Rory Guilday
Goaltenders: Aerin Frankel, Ava McNaughton, Gwyneth Philips
Canada counters with experience and scoring touch, led by stars like Marie-Philip Poulin and Sarah Nurse.
Forwards: Blayre Turnbull, Brianne Jenner, Daryl Watts, Emily Clark, Emma Maltais, Jenn Gardiner, Julia Gosling, Kristin O’Neill, Laura Stacey, Marie-Philip Poulin, Natalie Spooner, Sarah Fillier, Sarah Nurse
Defense: Claire Thompson, Ella Shelton, Erin Ambrose, Jocelyne Larocque, Kati Tabin, Renata Fast, Sophie Jaques
Goaltenders: Ann-Renée Desbiens, Emerance Maschmeyer, Kayle Osborne
In Canada, the game will air on CBC, Bell Media, and Rogers Media platforms. Viewers in the United States can watch on NBC Olympics and stream live on Peacock.
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