USA roar back from brink to beat Canada in overtime and claim Olympic women’s ice hockey gold

February 19, 2026

TL;DR

The US women's ice hockey team beat Canada 2-1 in overtime to win the Olympic gold medal.
Hilary Knight scored the tying goal with under two minutes left in regulation, her 15th Olympic goal.
Megan Keller scored the game-winning goal in overtime.
Canada's goal was scored by Kristin O'Neill in the second period.
This victory avenges Canada's win over the US in the 2022 Olympics.
The US team had a dominant tournament, outscoring opponents 31-1 prior to the final.
Hilary Knight recently got engaged to speed skater Brittany Bowe.
Marie-Philip Poulin, captain of Canada, also set an Olympic record with her 20th goal during the tournament.

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