The men’s tournament of the 2026 Winter Olympics ice hockey has reached peak intensity after a dramatic quarter-final round where three of the four games were decided in overtime. The final four teams are preparing to battle for a spot in the gold medal match. Fans across the world are ready for the double-header featuring major stars including Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews representing their nations.
Canada vs Finland Semi-final Schedule
Canada will face defending Olympic champions Finland at the Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Canada reached the semi-final after a 4-3 overtime victory over Czechia. Captain Sidney Crosby exited the quarter-final with a lower-body injury and his status remains under monitoring. Finland also required overtime to defeat Switzerland in their previous game and will rely on their defensive structure.
Canada vs Finland Global Timings
- India (IST): 9:10 PM, Friday, Feb 20
- Italy (CET): 4:40 PM, Friday, Feb 20
- United States (ET): 10:40 AM, Friday, Feb 20a
- United Kingdom (GMT): 3:40 PM, Friday, Feb 20
United States vs Slovakia Semi-final Schedule
United States advanced to the semi-final after a 2-1 overtime win against Sweden, with the game-winning goal scored by defenseman Quinn Hughes. The Americans are aiming for their first men’s ice hockey gold medal since 1980. Slovakia enters the contest after defeating Germany 6-2 in the quarter-finals and previously defeating the United States in world competitions.
United States vs Slovakia Global Timings
- India (IST): 1:40 AM, Saturday, Feb 21
- Italy (CET): 9:10 PM, Friday, Feb 20
- United States (ET): 3:10 PM, Friday, Feb 20
- United Kingdom (GMT): 8:10 PM, Friday, Feb 20
Bronze Medal Game and Gold Medal Final Schedule
Bronze Medal Game
- Date: Saturday, Feb 21
- Teams: TBD vs TBD
- Venue: Santagiulia Arena
Gold Medal Final
- Date: Sunday, Feb 22
- Teams: TBD vs TBD
- Venue: Santagiulia Arena
How to Watch 2026 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Live
Viewers in India can watch select events live on the JioHotstar app and website, while highlights and participation-specific events are available on Olympics.com. In the United States, medal events are available on Peacock and NBCUniversal networks including USA Network and CNBC. In the United Kingdom, coverage is available on BBC iPlayer and Warner Bros. Discovery platforms. In Canada, viewers can watch coverage on CBC Gem.
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