Finally, we get the rematch we’ve been waiting for since 4 Nations! USA vs Canada for all the gold in the world!
Despite trailing Finland by two goals halfway through their last game, Canada pulled off a remarkable comeback to reach the Olympic final for the first time since 2014. Canada showcased their strength on the power play, scoring twice and increasing their tournament tally to seven power play goals. Even with just eight shots in the opening period, Canada managed to meet their minimum target of 36 shots on goal, recording 39 in both playoff games so far. Canada proved their resilience late in the game, conceding for the first time in the second period during this tournament, but once again won the final period by at least two goals. They've achieved this in four out of their five games in Milan.
The Americans are back in the Olympic final for the first time since their showdown in 2010, having secured their spot with a swift victory over Slovakia (6-2) in the semifinals, leading after just five minutes and heading into the second intermission with a five-goal advantage. The USA team is well-equipped to test Canada's power play, as they've successfully killed off every penalty they've faced in the tournament! The Americans are dreaming of recreating the Miracle on Ice from 1980, their last Olympic gold, and their outstanding goalie Connor Hellebuyck could be a key factor, having allowed more than one goal only when the game was already decided against Slovakia. The USA's overall form is impressive, with 12 consecutive wins, nine of which were by at least three goals. Head-to-Head Record
Canada won the most recent meeting 3-2 in overtime at the Four Nations Tournament, but the USA prevailed in the group stage (3-1). The Americans also won when the teams met at the Olympics four years ago (4-2). Facts and Streaks
Canada has conceded at least one goal in the first period in each of their last four games.
Canada has scored a power play goal in the second period in each of their previous three matches.
At least six goals have been scored in ten of the USA's last 12 games.
The Americans have not conceded a first-period goal in eight of their last 11 games.
Despite trailing Finland by two goals halfway through their last game, Canada pulled off a remarkable comeback to reach the Olympic final for the first time since 2014. Canada showcased their strength on the power play, scoring twice and increasing their tournament tally to seven power play goals. Even with just eight shots in the opening period, Canada managed to meet their minimum target of 36 shots on goal, recording 39 in both playoff games so far. Canada proved their resilience late in the game, conceding for the first time in the second period during this tournament, but once again won the final period by at least two goals. They've achieved this in four out of their five games in Milan.
The Americans are back in the Olympic final for the first time since their showdown in 2010, having secured their spot with a swift victory over Slovakia (6-2) in the semifinals, leading after just five minutes and heading into the second intermission with a five-goal advantage. The USA team is well-equipped to test Canada's power play, as they've successfully killed off every penalty they've faced in the tournament! The Americans are dreaming of recreating the Miracle on Ice from 1980, their last Olympic gold, and their outstanding goalie Connor Hellebuyck could be a key factor, having allowed more than one goal only when the game was already decided against Slovakia. The USA's overall form is impressive, with 12 consecutive wins, nine of which were by at least three goals. Head-to-Head Record
Canada won the most recent meeting 3-2 in overtime at the Four Nations Tournament, but the USA prevailed in the group stage (3-1). The Americans also won when the teams met at the Olympics four years ago (4-2). Facts and Streaks
Canada has conceded at least one goal in the first period in each of their last four games.
Canada has scored a power play goal in the second period in each of their previous three matches.
At least six goals have been scored in ten of the USA's last 12 games.
The Americans have not conceded a first-period goal in eight of their last 11 games.