A highly anticipated hockey match between the United States and Canada quickly descended into chaos as three fights broke out in the first nine seconds. The brawl was sparked by American Matthew Tkachuk, who fought Canadian Brandon Hagel after the opening faceoff.
The early violence was a prelude to an intense game that saw both teams play at a blistering pace. The Americans ultimately emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over their longtime rivals. U.S. coach Mike Sullivan described the game as “incredible,” praising his team’s physicality and speed.
Meanwhile, Canada coach Jon Cooper called the first minute of play “mayhem,” reflecting the high level of tension between the two teams. The rivalry was evident in the booing of the American national anthem by Canadian fans before the game.
Despite the early chaos, both teams showed great skill and talent throughout the match. Jake Guentzel scored twice for the Americans, including an empty-netter that sealed the win. With their 3-1 victory, the United States has secured a spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off final.
Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-canada-hockey-4-nations-face-off-national-anthem