Canada trailed going into the final period of their semi-final against Finland
Milan-Cortina 2026 has been one of the most eventful Winter Olympics in history – in sporting and political terms - so it is appropriate that the final medal event could be the most enticing of all.
Canada and United States have been the two best teams in the men's ice hockey competition, and they will duke it out at Milano Santagiulia Arena on Sunday at 13.10 GMT.
For two of the most storied nations in the sport, however, they have very different Olympic histories.
Canada are aiming to be the first nation to earn 10 men's ice hockey gold medals, most recently winning the title in 2014.
