Summary
The gold medal hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics will feature Team USA, led by Auston Matthews, facing Team Canada, led by Connor McDavid. Team USA won against Slovakia, while Canada defeated Finland to reach the final. Connor McDavid praised Team USA's strong roster before the game.
Key Facts
- Team USA and Team Canada will compete in the gold medal game at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
- Auston Matthews is leading Team USA, and Connor McDavid is leading Team Canada.
- Team USA achieved a 6–2 win over Slovakia in the semifinals.
- Team Canada secured a 3–2 victory over Finland with two late goals in the semifinals.
- Connor McDavid has broken the single-tournament points record for an Olympics featuring NHL players.
- McDavid expressed respect for Team USA's strong lineup before the final game.
- The gold medal game will occur after a one-day break following the semifinals.
