US beats Canada in OT to take home first hockey gold since 1980
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The United States secured a second miracle on ice on Sunday when Team USA beat Canada in the men's hockey gold medal final 2-1.
The game ended after Jack Hughes scored a goal 1:41 minutes into overtime, netting the team its first gold medal since 1980 and just its third gold medal overall.
"Unbelievable game, unreal game by our team," Hughes said following the game. "Ballsy, gutsy win. That's American hockey right there. That's a great Canadian team, but we're USA. We're so proud to be Americans."
The two teams entered a tie at one goal each when Canadian defenseman Cale Makar scored a point with 1:44 minutes left in the game's second period. The White House also shared footage of Hughes post-game interview, in which the athlete said the team's victory is "all about our country.
"I love the USA, I love my teammates, it's unbelievable. The USA hockey brotherhood, it's so strong, and we had so much support from ex-players. I'm so proud to be American today, so proud!" Hughes said.
Proud to be an American. pic.twitter.com/t6LzvTPNU5
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) February 22, 2026
President Donald Trump and others online celebrated Team USA's victory, with the president saying "WHAT A GAME" on Truth Social.
"Congratulations to our great U.S.A. Ice Hockey team. THEY WON THE GOLD. WOW!" Trump said on Truth Social.
"USA! USA! USA! #USAHockey," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on X.
USA! USA! USA! #USAHockey
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) February 22, 2026
"It's official, USA is THE hockey country! #USAHockey," Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said on X.
It's official, USA is THE hockey country! #USAHockeypic.twitter.com/PoEaZyUJLc
— Frank LaRose (@FrankLaRose) February 22, 2026
"This is like Canada beating us at football," conservative influencer Robby Starbuck said on X. "Total embarrassment for @MarkJCarney. Incredible goal to win it all by #USAHockey!"
Incredible. Team USA beats Canada AGAIN to win the gold medal in hockey.
US has now won both men and women's gold.
This is like Canada beating us at football. Total embarrassment for @MarkJCarney. Incredible goal to win it all by #USAHockey!
Final score: 2-1 pic.twitter.com/PxVRwqGzDx
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) February 22, 2026
"U-S-A! Amazing wins over Canada, historic medals in men's & women's hockey. Incredible just now," Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said on X.
U-S-A! Amazing wins over Canada, historic medals in men's & women's hockey. Incredible just now.
— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) February 22, 2026
Meanwhile, Canadian officials congratulated their team for winning the silver medal.
"Congratulations on a hard-fought and well-earned silver, @TeamCanada. You made your country proud," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on X.
Congratulations on a hard-fought and well-earned silver, @TeamCanada.
You made your country proud
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) February 22, 2026
"Team Canada gave it everything, showed true grit to the final buzzer, and made all Canadians proud with their effort and heart," Canadian Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre said on X. "Keep your heads held high."
Team Canada gave it everything, showed true grit to the final buzzer, and made all Canadians proud with their effort and heart.
Keep your heads held high
— Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) February 22, 2026
"Congratulations to Team Canada on one of the most hard-fought games of hockey we've ever seen," Ontario Premier Doug Ford said on X. "While the result wasn't what we hoped for, you inspired a generation of young Canadians and made our country proud."
Congratulations to Team Canada on one of the most hard-fought games of hockey we've ever seen.
While the result wasn't what we hoped for, you inspired a generation of young Canadians and made our country proud.
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) February 22, 2026
AMERICAN PATRIOTISM SHINES ON THE OLYMPIC STAGE
Team USA's victory in men's hockey comes on the final day of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy.
The United States is leaving the 2026 Olympics with the second-most medals, trailing Norway's 41 medals with 33. The U.S. is also second to Norway with gold medals, with the former country taking home 12 from this year's games and the latter 18.
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Surprised nobody has seeded anything about this...
that was tense. the American goalie blocking a shot with his stick behind his back was amazing.
Stayed up to midnight to watch my team lose, but after all, after 46 years of trying it was about time team USA finally made the grade. So, being a polite Canadian, I offer my coongratulations to the winner.
You all have reason to celebrate, but don't put the Canadian team down. Keep in mind that the game had a low score tie right up to the end, and only one goal won it for the Yanks (with at least 4 Canadians on the team).
Could not ask for a better representative of our country.
Lol I had recorded it and was gonna watch it later. Thanks
That's what I did but it was still worth it and i could race through the commercials.
Jack traded 2 front teeth for a Gold medal.
The MVP was a Canadian defenseman who had 13 points in the prior 5 games.
In a short tournament, anything can happen.
I am already tired of hearing about the referee's, the lack of Sydney Crosby and whining from one of the Canadian players.
The Canadian's blew a 5 on 3 powerplay for 1:33 minutes. The Americans were perfect on their power play defense through 6 games.
Nobody wins on shots on goal but that behind the back paddle sweep will be remembered for a lonnnng time,
certainly longer than the American shot that hit the upper crossbar, then the right post.
Good tournament.
How long should it be?