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Kelly Pannek Describes U.S. Women's Hockey Team's "Incredible Ride" to Olympic Gold

Megan Keller’s overtime goal secured the United States’ third Olympic gold in women’s hockey, beating Canada 2-1 in a closely contested final, officials said.

  • In Milan, Megan Keller scored the game-winning goal in overtime during the women's Olympic final on Feb. 19, 2026.
  • The longstanding rivalry between Canada and the United States has driven women's Olympic hockey since 1998, with all but one gold-medal game featuring these teams.
  • Kristin O'Neill, Canada forward, struck first with the opening goal, and Hilary Knight, United States forward, scored the game-tying goal late in the third period to force overtime.
  • Supporters at watch parties and rink-side cheered as Team United States claimed the gold medal after Keller's overtime goal, with Canada taking silver.
  • The result gives the United States its third Olympic gold against Canada, with Wayne Gretzky praising the players and Kendall Coyne sharing personal moments after the ceremony.
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Chicago Tribune broke the news in Chicago, United States on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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