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The United States women’s hockey team turned the most storied rivalry in sports into a one-sided masterclass, dismantling Canada 5-0 to clinch the top seed in Group A.
With Canada playing without injured captain Marie-Philip Poulin, the U.S. took full advantage, relentless in a transition game that looked leagues ahead of the defending gold medalists. The stars and stripes scored twice in the first and second period while holding Canada scoreless for the first time in it’s Olympic history.
The afternoon belonged to a new generation of American stars, specifically Hannah Bilka and Abbey Murphy, who spearheaded the utter domination of the Canadian backline. Bilka’s two-goal performance was a highlight reel in itself, but the statistical story of the game was the four-point outburst from Caroline Harvey, whose vision from the blue line kept Canada in a constant state of retreat.
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This triple threat of youth, alongside a historic assist from Hilary Knight — which tied the all-time U.S. Olympic points record — left the Canadians reeling with no answer for the American onslaught. The exclamation point came in the final frame when Laila Edwards sniped a shot into the top corner, marking her first career Olympic goal and pushing the lead to a staggering five.
By the time the final horn sounded, the U.S. had not only secured a crucial shutout but also the top spot in the knockout bracket. With this victory, the Americans head into the quarterfinals having outscored their opponents 20-1, looking every bit like a team destined to reclaim the top of the podium.
The Sporting News followed all the action in the storied rivalry where the United States were once again dominant. Check out all the highlights below.
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USA vs. Canada final scoreUSA vs. Canada updates, highlights from Olympic women’s hockeyFinal: United States 5, Canada 0
4:36 p.m.: With “USA!” chants reigning down from the stands, the buzzer sounds to cap off a dominant showing by the United States.
It’s the third straight shutout and the second of the tournament for Aerin Frankel, who stopped over 20 shots in the game to hold Canada scoreless for the first time in Olympic history.
From the jump, the United States were dominant in what’s become a one-sided rivalry recently. Tonight in Milan, it was a 5-0 win where all 60 minutes were controlled by the Stars and Stripes.
The road to gold runs through Team USA, who will hold the top spot in the quarterfinals and throughout the knockout stages.
4:34 p.m.: There’s 1:06 remaining and the U.S. is in full control.
Led by Murphy, Harvey and co., the team has clinched first place in Group A and in the quarterfinals. On the other hand, the Canadiens suffer their first loss.
4:29 p.m.: We’re down to four minutes left in Milan.
The United States are up 5-0 and are minutes away from securing the first place spot in the quarterfinals.
4:23 p.m.: Canada cannot get the puck past Frankel, who staves away a shot by Stacey.
With less than seven minutes remaining, it’s 5-0.
United States 5, Canada 0
4:21 p.m. GOAL: Laila Edwards has her first Olympic goal.
After hitting the post twice in the game, Edwards toe drags to her left then snipes it over Desbiens. What a moment for Edwards, who is the first Black woman to ever be on the Olympic team.
With her family in attendance, she just gave the United States a 5-0 lead.
4:19 p.m.: The clock ticks under 10 minutes with the United States still leading 4-0.
Knight had a few chances to break the all-time scoring record, but was unable to. On the other side, Canada has not had that many chances, getting stifled whenever they’re on offense.
4:14 p.m.: For the second time, Edwards rips a shot off the post. The game remains 4-0.
The next time the United States gets in the zone, it’s quickly taken care of and the power play ends.
The United States is 1-for-5 on the man-advantage in the game but still holds a dominant lead over Canada.
4:12 p.m.: The United States heads back to the power play with 14:48 remaining.
Murphy draws her fourth penalty of the game, a holding call on Jocelyne Larocque.
4:10 p.m.: With her family in the crowd, Kendall Coyne Schofield has a chance to make the game 5-0 but it’s denied by the Canadien goaltender.
4:07 p.m.: The Canada penalty expires, with one real chance set up by Sarah Nurse.
The clock ticks under 18 minutes as the Canadiens are still scoreless.
4:05 p.m.: The third period has kicked off.
With Heise in the box, Canada has over 1:40 on the power play to open the frame.
End of the second period: United States 4, Canada 0
3:48 p.m.: Canada will head to the power play for the second time tonight.
The penalty is on Taylor Heise for an illegal hit, but Canada gets just a few seconds before the second period ends.
With 20 minutes left, the United States holds a 4-0 lead in a blowout so far. The first-place team has been the best at everything, with the Canadiens reeling behind.
Canada will have significant time on the man advantage to start the third, desperately needing a goal.
3:44 p.m.: A Canadian shot from the point gets to the crease, and Natalie Spooner is there. Though, Frankel is able to find the puck and catch it.
With less than two minutes in the second, Canada is finally at double digits for shots.
3:39 p.m.: The men’s team for the United States is in the house, with its campaign starting on Thursday against Latvia.
Team USA supporting Team USA at the U.S. vs Canada game 🤝 #WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/jwBpDjOWVV
— USA Hockey (@usahockey) February 10, 2026United States 4, Canada 0
3:35 p.m.: GOAL: This game is now 4-0.
Murphy, who starts the play with a check, then takes the puck all the way behind the goal before dishing one to Bilka, who rips it in the top right corner for her second goal of the night.
Hannah Bilka is IN HER BAG. Team USA is rolling. 😤#WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/tKGsoQXPAy
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) February 10, 2026
Murphy and Harvey both have three points in the game. Team USA has been the absolutely dominant force, leading 4-0 with the second period winding down.
3:34 p.m.: The power play has been killed off with the Canadiens still scoreless.
With 7:37 left in the middle frame, the United States is outshooting Canada 18-8 while holding a 3-0 lead.
3:29 p.m.: For the first time, Canada heads to the power play.
It’s a penalty on Simms, who is sent off for an illegal hit.
The Canadiens are 5-for-9 on the power play this tournament, desperately needing to get on the board.
3:26 p.m.: Earlier in the game, Hilary Knight made history.
Hilary Knight has been credited with an assist on Caroline Harvey’s goal, which means she’s now tied for the most career points in U.S. Olympic Women’s Hockey history. LET’S GO, HILARY ‼️ #WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/d6Xdt6juui
— USA Hockey (@usahockey) February 10, 2026
With an assist on the first goal of the game, Knight now is tied for the most points in U.S. Olympic Women’s Hockey history.
3:23 p.m.: In one of the better chances for Canada, Laura Stacey’s shot is set aside by Frankel.
Canada stays in the zone, but a shot is blocked by Murphy. She is then cross checked and draws her third penalty of the game.
For the fourth time, the United States head to the power play. The Canadiens are yet to have a man-advantage.
3:20 p.m.: Now, with a 2-on-1, Britta Curl-Salemme rips a shot off the post. The United States are sending a flurry of shots on Desbiens, with the majority of the game happening in the Canadian zone.
3:18 p.m.: The second power play of the intermission is killed by the Canadiens, but we have a blowout in Milan so far.
The United States lead 3-0 and are outshooting the opponent 16-5.
United States 3, Canada 0
3:15 p.m. GOAL: 20 seconds into the power play, a scramble up front is covered up by Desbiens. But, it goes to review, and it’s a goal credited to Kirsten Simms, her first ever Olympic goal.
It’s determined that the puck fully crossed the net before the whistle blew, and the United States take a big lead. Moreover, Canada challenges; it’s unsuccessful and there is a minor penalty.
The United States are 1-for-2 on the power play and lead 3-0. Because of the challenge, they’re back on the man advantage.
3:09 p.m.: The Canadiens take another penalty early in the second, this one for interference.
It sends the United States to the power play 58 seconds into the second.
3:04 p.m.: The second period is underway.
Canada only had four shots in the first to the United States’ 11. Down 2-0, expect a flurry from the team in red.
End of the first period: United States 2, Canada 0
2:47 p.m.: Right before the buzzer, Tessa Janicke had a chance point blank but it was saved. Though, the United States takes a 2-0 lead into the locker room.
Goals from Harvey and Bilka have the United States — who dominated the first as it went on — up through 20.
United States 2, Canada 0
2:42 p.m. GOAL: The United States has taken a two-goal lead.
Abbey Murphy gets in the corner and wins the puck, sending it out front to a wide open Hanna Bilka, who goes top shelf on Desbiens.
Abbey Murphy, no look. Hannah Bilka, NO DOUBT. 🇺🇸
📺 #WinterOlympics on Peacock and USA pic.twitter.com/bJBoKcmXJK
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) February 10, 2026
Harvey also picked up an assist on the play and has two points on the night.
2:37 p.m.: After Aerin Frankel covers up a loose puck, a Canadian player crashes into her and a scuffle breaks out.
The United States leads 1-0 with just over five minutes left in the first.
2:30 p.m.: Halfway through the first period, the United States have a 9-2 advantage in shots.
Since the initial Canada push, it’s been all the team in white.
2:26 p.m.: Canada has killed off the power play. While the United States got shots, including one off the post from Laila Edwards, Desbiens stood strong.
The leaders got three shots on goal during the man-advantage as the game remains 1-0.
2:21 p.m.: We have our first penalty of the game, and it’s on Canada.
It’s Blayre Turnbull who goes to the box, and the United States has the first power play with a chance to make an early statement.
United States 1, Canada 0
2:17 p.m. GOAL: The United States are on the board! It’s Carolina Harvey who scores her second goal of the tournament.
Taking the puck at the blue line, Harvey walks in and her shot is redirected into the net.
USA IS ON THE BOARD. 🇺🇸🚨
📺 #WinterOlympics on Peacock and USA pic.twitter.com/R1hX6NpD7v
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) February 10, 2026
Team USA leads 1-0 early on.
2:15 p.m.: In the first real zonetime for the United States, Knight gets a shot in the slot and it’s saved by Ann-Renée Desbiens.
Three minutes in, the score is 0-0.
2:11 p.m.: The puck is dropped and USA-Canada is officially underway.
What does the latest chapter of the rivalry have in store?
2:05 p.m.: It’s time.
USA vs Canada is officially live on NBC and Peacock.
It’s time for the greatest rivalry on ice. 🇺🇸
USA vs. Canada women’s ice hockey is live on @peacock and @usanetwork! #WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/PNzXM4MjcV
— Team USA (@TeamUSA) February 10, 2026
With puck drop minutes away, follow along for all the updates.
1:55 p.m.: Going into today’s contest, Team USA has been dominant, outscoring opponents 15-1 in three games.
Mood bc women’s @usahockey remains undefeated through 3 games and has out-scored their opponents 15-1 #WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/GFqlSOA7fc
— 𝐽𝐸𝑁 𝑀𝐴𝐶𝐾 🧀 (@BigMack_4) February 10, 2026
Canada has outscored opponents 9-1 in two games. Both teams will take a massive step up in competition tonight, with this game circled on the calendar.
Puck drop is less than 30 minutes away.
1:50 p.m.: Team Canada has also released its lineup.
Tuesday lines. 🇨🇦
Trios et duos du mardi. 🇨🇦#MilanoCortina2026 pic.twitter.com/XezyO4VxH6
— Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) February 10, 2026
The captain Poulin is missing, but there’s still plenty of talent to go around.
1:45 p.m.: Here’s how Team USA is lining up for their biggest game yet.
How the U.S. is lining up against Canada in today’s final prelim tilt ⬇️#WinterOlympics game preview: https://t.co/cPutiCoPQw pic.twitter.com/CxQteRFzDK
— USA Hockey (@usahockey) February 10, 2026
Of course, all eyes are on Hilary Knight, who is a goal away from breaking the all-time Olympics scoring record for the United States.
1:29 p.m.: Going into the rivalry match, Team USA is on top of Group A with nine points. Canada is right behind them, with six points in one less game.
Rivals Canada and the United States face off once again on Olympic ice! 🇨🇦🇺🇸🏒
Who will come out on top in the women’s prelims? ❄️#IceHockey #MilanoCortina2026 pic.twitter.com/QpGMriXNrT
— The Olympic Games (@Olympics) February 10, 2026
It’s fair to say the winner today is the favorite for the Gold medal.
1:13 p.m.: Today’s Olympic game has plenty of ties to NCAA hockey.
🇺🇸 vs 🇨🇦
College-built. 46 Olympians. 100% @ncaaicehockey ties.#OlympiansMadeHere | 🔗 https://t.co/RCu7VPaBHb pic.twitter.com/POryxYFsy8
— NCAA (@NCAA) February 10, 2026
1:00 p.m.: Major news for Team Canada came out this morning, with captain Marie-Philip Poulin being ruled out for the contest.
An update on the captain. 🇨🇦#MilanoCortina2026 https://t.co/vFrxY1wF3o
— Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) February 10, 2026
She is considered day-to-day.
12:40 p.m.: Both the United States and Canada have entered today’s highly anticipated showdown with perfect records, outscoring their opponents by a combined 24-2 in the preliminary rounds.
The Americans improved to 3-0 yesterday with a dominant 5-0 shutout against Switzerland, while the Canadians maintained their momentum by dismantling Czechia in a 5-1 victory.
This afternoon’s matchup represents the first major test for both rosters as they battle for the top seed in Group A and the inside track to the gold medal game.
12:13 p.m.: Today at the 2026 Winter Olympics, the U.S. and Canadian women’s hockey teams renewed their legendary rivalry in a high-stakes Group A preliminary matchup.
FAMILIAR FOES FACE OFF IN MILAN. ⚔️
The United States and Canada renew their women’s hockey rivalry at the #WinterOlympics. pic.twitter.com/kEDqsz79rs
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) February 10, 2026
Team Canada faced a significant challenge without their captain, Marie-Philip Poulin, who was sidelined due to a lower-body injury sustained in yesterday’s game against Czechia.
The contest serves as a critical battle for the top seed heading into the knockout rounds, with both powerhouses looking to maintain their undefeated momentum in Milan.
How to watch USA vs. CanadaUSA vs. Canada start time
The puck will drop between the United States and Canada at 2:10 p.m. ET from Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena on Tuesday.
USA vs. Canada channelTV channel: USA NetworkLive stream: Peacock
Tuesday’s game between the USA and Canada will be broadcast on USA Network and live-streamed on Peacock.
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Olympic women’s hockey schedule 2026
Here’s a look at the remaining schedule for the Olympic women’s hockey tournament in Milan.
Monday, Feb. 9GroupMatchupTime (ET)Group BItaly 3, Japan 2FINALGroup BGermany 2, France 1FINALGroup AUnited States 5, Switzerland 0FINALGroup ACanada 5, Czechia 1FINALTuesday, Feb. 10GroupMatchupTime (ET)Group BSweden vs. Japan6:10 a.m.Group BGermany vs. Italy10:40 a.m.Group AUnited States vs. Canada2:10 p.m.Group ASwitzerland vs. Finland3:10 p.m.Thursday, Feb. 12RoundMatchupTime (ET)Group ACanada vs. Finland2:30 p.m.Friday, Feb. 13RoundMatchupTime (ET)QuarterfinalsTBD vs. TBD10:40 a.m.QuarterfinalsTBD vs. TBD3:10 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 14RoundMatchupTime (ET)QuarterfinalsTBD vs. TBD10:40 a.m.QuarterfinalsTBD vs. TBD3:10 p.m.Monday, Feb. 16RoundMatchupTime (ET)SemifinalsTBD vs. TBD10:40 a.m.SemifinalsTBD vs. TBD3:10 p.m.Thursday, Feb. 19RoundMatchupTime (ET)Bronze medal gameTBD vs. TBD8:40 a.m.Gold medal gameTBD vs. TBD3:10 p.m.