Team Canada makes a dramatic comeback to beat Team Finland 3-2. They will now play for the gold medal on Sunday morning. Doing it all without team captain Sidney Crosby.
For two periods, Finland looked like it had the script written. They were disciplined, structured, and opportunistic. The Finns built a 2–0 lead and had the Canadians scratching their heads, searching for answers. But in true Canadian fashion, the boys in red and white roared back late in the second period and in the third period. Canada scored three unanswered goals to stun Finland 3–2 in a dramatic comeback victory that will be remembered for years to come.
Finland came out and controlled the pace early. They were clogging up the neutral zone and capitalizing on turnovers. A sharp finish off a transition rush opened the scoring in the first period. The goal seemingly quieted the Canadian bench and energized the Finns.
The pressure from Finland continued in the second period. After a sustained shift in the offensive zone, Finland doubled its lead with a well-placed shot through traffic. The shot beat the screened Canadian goaltender Jordan Binnington to make it 2–0. Canada generated a few chances but struggled to solve Finland’s tight defensive structure. They scored a late goal in the period, but Finland still looked to be in control after 40 minutes.
Canada Changes the Pace
Whatever was said in Team Canada’s dressing room worked. They came out flying in the third period. Swinging the pace into their favor and forcing Finland back onto its heels. Canada’s forecheck intensified, turnovers mounted, and the ice began to tilt. Midway through the period, a great passing play tied the game 2–2, sending the Canadian bench into a frenzy.
With under five minutes remaining, the Canadians completed the comeback. They went on the power play, and with just 35 seconds remaining in regulation, Nathan MacKinnon scored to put Canada up 3-2 and advance to the gold medal game.
Trailing 2–0 against a team as structured as Team Finland would have been a breaking point for some teams. Instead, it became a turning point. The win not only keeps Canada’s championship hopes alive but also reinforces the familiar narrative that no lead is safe against Team Canada.
Team Canada proved once again why they remain one of the most dangerous teams in international hockey. Their skill, depth, and determination shine once again.
