The USA women's hockey team triumphed over Canada with a dramatic 2-1 victory in overtime during the women’s ice hockey tournament at the Milano Cortina Olympics. The match saw Canada take an early lead thanks to Kristin O'Neill in the second period. With just under two minutes remaining in the game, it seemed that Canada was on the verge of securing the gold medal; however, Hilary Knight scored a crucial equalizer for the Americans, tying the game 1-1 and forcing it into overtime.

In the overtime period, Megan Keller scored the decisive goal just over four minutes in, assisted by Hilary Knight, sealing the victory for the USA. Throughout the tournament, the American team demonstrated remarkable skill, finishing the Olympic event undefeated. They showcased their prowess right from the group stage, winning all four of their matches with a spectacular goal differential of 20:1, including a resounding 5-0 victory over Canada, which further built their momentum into the knockout stages.

This gold medal marks the USA women's hockey team's third Olympic championship, adding to their victories in Nagano in 1998 and PyeongChang in 2018. With seven final appearances in eight Olympic tournaments, the team has established itself as a dominant force in women’s ice hockey, emphasizing the growth and popularity of the sport since its inclusion in the Olympic program.