Canada Hockey: Live Updates from the 2026 Olympic Hockey Tournament
The highly anticipated men’s Olympic ice hockey tournament is underway, and Canada has kicked off its campaign against Czechia. This marks a historic moment as NHL players are back in the Olympics for the first time in 12 years, bringing a new level of excitement and skill to the competition. Today’s game features the Olympic debut of several superstar players, including Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, and Cale Makar, all eager to make their mark on the international stage.
First Period Highlights
1:53 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: A dangerous shot from Kempny nearly beats Binnington, but the Canadian goaltender makes a spectacular kick save to deny the Czechs an early lead. The atmosphere in Milano Santagiulia is electric, with Czech fans proudly displaying flags representing cities across their homeland, including a nostalgic Nagano 1998 flag commemorating their previous Olympic gold.
3:09 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: A brief scuffle breaks out between Kempny and Parayko after the whistle, but officials quickly intervene. Fighting is prohibited in Olympic hockey, maintaining the focus on skill and sportsmanship.
5:00 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: Horvat creates space and fires a shot on goal, followed by a quick pass to Marchand, who unfortunately can’t capitalize on the open net. Czechia responds with a drive towards the net by Necas, forcing Binnington to make another crucial save. The crowd is thoroughly engaged, appreciating the fast-paced action.
Observers are noting the impressive speed of Team Canada, which explains why players like Adam Fox and Jason Robertson didn’t make the cut for Team USA.
8:45 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: Toews unleashes a shot from the point that deflects towards the net, requiring Dostal to make a quick kick save. The period has also been marked by thunderous body checks from Connor McDavid, Sam Bennett, and Tom Wilson, showcasing the physicality of the game.
10:00 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: The Czechs had a powerplay opportunity but were unable to convert. Team Canada’s defense, particularly the Morrissey-Parayko pairing, has been effective at even strength.
12:16 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: MacKinnon appears to score, but the goal is immediately waved off due to a tripping penalty called on Suzuki just before the shot. A significant call that keeps the game scoreless.
12:33 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: A drop pass from MacKinnon to Hagel creates a scoring chance, but Dostal remains solid in net. The crowd is overwhelmingly pro-Czechia, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
15:45 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: Celebrini fires a blast from the blue line that misses the target. The Czechs clear the zone, ending the power play.
17:13 – Czechia 0, Canada 0: Crosby gets a prime scoring opportunity in the slot, but Dostal denies him with a glove save. Gudas adds a shove after the play, adding a bit of intensity to the game. Earlier in the period, Connor McDavid delivered a massive hit on Lukáš Sedlák, signaling his intent to play a physical game.
The first period concludes with a 0-0 tie, setting the stage for a thrilling remainder of the match. Stay tuned for further updates as Canada and Czechia battle for Olympic glory!
For more information on the Olympic hockey tournament, visit the official official Olympics website.
