The United States claimed the Olympic gold medal in women's hockey, stunning Canada with a 2-1 overtime victory. Megan Keller's game-winning goal at 4:07 into overtime sealed the triumph. U.S. captain Hilary Knight tied the game with 2:04 left in the third period, showcasing her leadership and skill. Goaltender Aerin Frankel's 30 saves were instrumental in the win. Canada's Kristen O'Neill scored a short-handed goal in the second period, and goalie Ann-Renee Desbiens made 31 saves. This was the seventh Olympic showdown between the archrivals, with the U.S. emerging victorious once again. The game was a testament to the team's resilience and tactical prowess, despite Canada's strong performance in the second period. The U.S. has now won Olympic gold in women's hockey in 1998, 2018, and 2026, while Canada's loss extends their losing streak against the U.S. to eight games.
