Team USA has advanced to the semifinals of the men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics after a victory against Sweden in the quarterfinals. Next, they will face Slovakia as they continue their quest for Olympic gold.
As the countdown to the men’s hockey gold medal game approaches, excitement builds with the event scheduled for February 22, 2026. Leading up to this nail-biting moment, the tournament has seen Canada, the United States, Slovakia, and Finland secure their places in the quarterfinals through the round-robin stage. Notably, Canada clinched the top seed by edging out the U.S. based on goal differential, finishing with a remarkable plus 17 compared to Team USA’s plus 11.
The United States men’s hockey team will take to the ice again on February 18, aiming to continue their momentum. This upcoming matchup is particularly significant as the U.S. strives to capture their first Olympic gold medal in men’s hockey since the legendary “Miracle on Ice” team achieved this feat in Lake Placid in 1980. Their last medal was silver during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.
Fans can mark their calendars for the gold medal game, which will take place on Sunday, February 22, at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan. The highly anticipated matchup is set to begin at 8:10 a.m. ET, serving as one of the final highlights of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics before the closing ceremony.
Viewers can catch all the men’s hockey action on USA Network and NBC, with the gold medal game aired on NBC. For those who prefer streaming, matches are available on the Peacock platform, NBCOlympics.com, and the NBC Olympics App, requiring a TV login.
As the tournament progresses, Team USA’s determination and skill showcase their potential to add to the rich history of U.S. achievements in Olympic hockey, providing fans with the hope of a triumphant return to the top of the podium.