České Budějovice, Czechia, April 20, 2025 — In a dramatic finish at the 2025 Women’s World Hockey Championship final, Team USA clinched a 4–3 overtime victory against defending champions Canada, reclaiming the gold medal and ending Canada’s recent winning streak.
The game saw relentless back-and-forth action, with both teams trading goals and refusing to yield. The deadlock broke in overtime when Tessa Janecke netted the game-winner, capitalizing on a misstep during a Canadian line change after a precise feed from Taylor Heise. The win marks USA’s 11th world title, and their first since 2023.
With this victory, the U.S. ties the all-time record with Canada for overtime or shootout finishes in gold medal games at 5–5. The intense final was a powerful display of the storied rivalry, filled with skilled plays, momentum shifts, and emotional highs on both benches.
USA Edges Canada 4–3 in Overtime to Win 2025 Women’s World Hockey Championship
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