In a dramatic 4 Nations Face-Off, the USA triumphed over Canada 3-1, with Jake Guentzel and Dylan Larkin scoring pivotal goals. Tensions escalated before the game as Montreal fans vociferously booed the U.S. national anthem. This marked the second occurrence of such disrespect toward 'The Star-Spangled Banner' during the tournament. U.S. players, undeterred by the booing, used the atmosphere to fuel their performance, clinching a spot in the championship final. Connor McDavid scored for Canada, but the U.S. victory underscores ongoing political and sporting rivalries, igniting a charged backdrop for the competition.