Team USA wins hockey gold over Canada
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Canada fell to the United States, 2-1, in overtime of the men's hockey gold medal game in Italy on Sunday morning. The American topped the Canadians thanks to a game-winning goal in overtime from 24-year-old Jack Hughes,
The U.S.-Canada showdown on ice came amid raised political tensions between the neighbouring countries.
The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century. No miracle needed. Jack Hughes scored less than 2 minutes into overtime and the U.S. beat Canada 2-1 in the gold medal final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday,
The United States tasted revenge sweeter than maple syrup as they came from behind to beat defending champions Canada 2-1 to win gold in an overtime thriller in women's ice hockey at the Milano Cortina Olympics on Thursday.
Ahead of the gold medal game against Canada, United States head coach Mike Sullivan pointed out the historic potential of Team USA.