Canada Clinches Victory Over USA in Overtime to Win 4 Nations Face-Off
Canada defeats the USA 3-2 in a politically charged final, showcasing intense rivalry and hockey excellence with McDavid's OT goal.
Subscribe to unlock this story
We really don't like cutting you off, but you've reached your monthly limit. At just $5/month, subscriptions are how we keep this project going. Start your free 7-day trial today!
Get Started
With the game tied late, Canada found a way to break through in overtime, securing a win that blew past expectations for what this tournament was supposed to be.
Canada 4 Nations Face-Off Champions Gear: Get Yours Today
Newsweek·2M·Mostly ReliableThis source is generally reliable but sometimes includes opinion, propaganda, or minor inaccuracies.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
The game was played amid political strife between Trudeau and President Donald Trump as the U.S. world leader has teased Canadian lawmakers about the country becoming its "51st state."
Justin Trudeau sends fiery message to US after Canada's 4 Nations win
FOX News·2M·Mostly ReliableThis source is generally reliable but sometimes includes opinion, propaganda, or minor inaccuracies.Leans RightThis outlet slightly leans right.
The political backdrop combined with the quality of the round-robin game, which the United States won 3-1 on Saturday, to bring the atmosphere of a Stanley Cup Final or Olympic gold medal game to the TD Garden.
Canada defeats U.S. 3-2 in overtime to win 4 Nations Face-Off Championship
CBS News·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
The championship contest capped off the first best-on-best men’s hockey tournament in nearly a decade, the last being the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
Canada defeats USA in overtime to claim hockey's first 4 Nations Face-Off title
NBC News·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
The game took on added significance due to the tariff dispute between Canada and the United States, as well as Trump’s remarks that he wants Canada to become the 51 U.S. state.
Canada Beats US in Politically Charged 4 Nations Hockey Tournament Final
Epoch Times·2M·Mixed ReliableThis source has a mixed track record—sometimes accurate but also prone to bias, sensationalism, or incomplete reporting.RightThis outlet favors right-wing views.
While this tournament may have introduced how intense and competitive hockey can be to a new wave of fans, it also showed how cruel it can be.
Canada still king of hockey hill, wins 4 Nations in OT over Team USA in Boston, 3-2
Boston Herald·2M·Mostly ReliableThis source is generally reliable but sometimes includes opinion, propaganda, or minor inaccuracies.Leans RightThis outlet slightly leans right.
The intensity surrounding the title game and the inaugural 4 Nations Face-off tournament itself soared after these two historic rivals met Saturday in Montreal.
Canada wins hockey’s 4 Nations Face-off championship in overtime thriller
CNN·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.Leans LeftThis outlet slightly leans left.The political backdrop combined with the quality of the round-robin game, which the United States won 3-1 on Saturday, to bring the atmosphere of a Stanley Cup Final or Olympic gold medal game to the TD Garden.
Connor McDavid scores in OT to give Canada 3-2 win over United States in 4 Nations Face-Off final
Associated Press·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
They’re nine points clear of the rest of the Eastern Conference.
4 Nations Face-Off final: Canada v USA – live updates
The Guardian·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.Leans LeftThis outlet slightly leans left.
It was quite mixed, and disappointing as an American to be honest with you.
Daily Caller·2M·Mixed ReliableThis source has a mixed track record—sometimes accurate but also prone to bias, sensationalism, or incomplete reporting.RightThis outlet favors right-wing views.
Tensions boiled over quickly during their first matchup on Saturday, with three fights breaking out in the first nine seconds of play.
4 Nations Face-Off: USA fans retaliate, boo 'O Canada' ahead of hockey final
USA TODAY·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
The round-robin tournament has brought a considerable amount of attention to hockey, as players and fans proudly represent their respective countries.
US-Canada 4 Nations final ticket prices hit eye-popping marks before puck drops
Fox Business·2M·Mostly ReliableThis source is generally reliable but sometimes includes opinion, propaganda, or minor inaccuracies.Leans RightThis outlet slightly leans right.
But in Canada, the game is also a personal one, giving both die-hard and casual fans an opportunity to bask in national pride at a time when the country's sovereignty looks to be threatened by its closest neighbour.
Canada-US 4 Nations finals game: Hockey rematch looms with US-Canadian ties on thin ice
BBC News·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
The drama-filled matchup, featuring the best players from Team USA and Canada, has become the most anticipated international hockey game in over a decade.
Trump tensions fuel U.S.-Canada hockey clash
Axios·2M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.
Summary
In a tense final at Boston's TD Garden, Canada triumphed over the USA 3-2 in overtime to clinch the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off Championship. Connor McDavid secured victory with a decisive goal at 8:18 of overtime. The match was framed against a backdrop of political tensions, highlighted by Trump's comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. Nathan MacKinnon starred for Canada, scoring an opening goal and earning MVP honors. The atmosphere was electric, with American fans reacting passionately, despite Canada ultimately celebrating in a historic moment for both nations in international hockey.
Perspectives
No center-leaning sources available for this story.
FAQs
History
- 2M
- 2M