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Canada vs U.S.: Fiery Start to 4 Nations Game in Montreal

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Canada vs. USA at 4 Nations Face-Off: A Fiery Start

The highly anticipated game between Canada and the United States at the 4 Nations Face-Off began with a bang on Saturday, igniting the crowd at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

Opening Fight: Hagel vs. Tkachuk

  • Canadian forward Brandon Hagel and American counterpart Matthew Tkachuk wasted no time, engaging in a heated fight just two seconds into the first period.

Second Altercation: Bennett vs. Tkachuk

  • Following the initial fight, tensions remained high as Canadian Sam Bennett and U.S. player Brady Tkachuk dropped the gloves off the ensuing faceoff.

Third Fight: Parayko vs. Miller

  • The intensity escalated further when Canadian defenceman Colton Parayko squared off against U.S. winger J.T. Miller just six seconds into the game.

Despite the physicality on the ice, the Americans managed to kill off Canada’s power play after Miller received a penalty for cross-checking.

Political Tensions Spill Over

Political tensions between the two countries were palpable as fans in the Bell Centre continued the trend of booing the American national anthem. This behavior has been observed in various NHL games in Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs and his musings about Canada becoming the 51st state.

WATCH: American Anthem Booed Before Game

U.S. anthem booed ahead of Canada vs. USA 4 Nations Face-Off game in Montreal

Despite being asked by the Bell Center PA announcer to respect the anthem, fans in Montreal booed loudly throughout the Star-Spangled Banner.

Conclusion

The Canada vs. USA game at the 4 Nations Face-Off not only showcased intense on-ice rivalries but also highlighted the underlying political tensions between the two nations. As the competition heats up, both teams will continue to battle it out both on and off the ice.

FAQs

Why were fans booing the American national anthem?

Fans have been booing the American national anthem at various NHL games in Canada as a response to political tensions between the two countries, including discussions of tariffs and the suggestion of Canada becoming a 51st state.

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