The United States and Canada brought their political tensions into a professional sports setting during the Four Nations Face Off match. Canadian fans booed the US national anthem in Montreal, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau present, prompting a response from Team USA who went on to beat Canada 3-1. The competition, featuring NHL players from the US, Canada, Finland, and Sweden, serves as preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics where NHL players will compete for the first time in over a decade. Before the game even started, political tensions were evident as Canadian fans continued to boo the US anthem, while Trudeau made a subtle jab at the US in a social media post. Team USA players expressed dissatisfaction with the behavior of Canadian fans, using it as motivation for their 6-1 win over Finland. Despite an early goal by Canada, Team USA responded with three unanswered goals and secured a spot in the title game of the tournament. The players emphasized their pride in representing their nation and their determination to compete in a respectful manner.
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