The live broadcast of Sunday’s men’s ice hockey final at the 2026 Winter Olympics sees the curtain fall on this year’s games with one of its most anticipated events: a rematch of the thrilling women’s final between the US and Canada just a few days ago.
Now both face each other in a final between two undefeated nations. Having scored 36 goals between them in the group stage, they have failed to reach the playoffs. Canada needed a third-period rally and a last-minute goal from the Colorado Avalanche for Nathan MacKinnon to defeat champion Finland in the semifinals. While the United States was taken to overtime by Sweden in the quarters, before Minnesota Wild’s Quinn Hughes scored his game-winning shot.
Can Canada surpass its southern neighbors this time? Here’s where to stream USA vs Canada live in the men’s ice hockey final and watch the 2026 Winter Olympics online from anywhere and potentially FREE.
Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final for FREE
Winter Olympics men’s ice hockey final to be streamed live for FREE in multiple locations around the world, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Ireland.
🇨🇦 Canada: CBC Gem
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: BBC iPlayer
🇦🇺Australia: 9Now
🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ Player
Do you live in the United States? USA vs Canada coverage provided by NBC is available for free thanks to the 21-day trial to youtube television.
What happens if you are abroad? Olympics fans abroad can use Norton VPN to watch their usual streaming service from anywhere.
How to Watch the Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final Stream Using a VPN
How to Watch Live Streams of the Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final in the US
In the US, the men’s ice hockey final will be broadcast on NBC on television and Peacock online.
You need at least one Premium Peacock subscription for access, with Peacock pricing starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.
Cord cutters can also watch NBC’s broadcast on OTT cable replacement services like Honda TV (in select cities) and youtube television.
Outside the US and want to watch ice hockey? Wear Norton VPN to access your US vs Canada coverage.
How to Watch Live Streams of the Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final in Canada
In Canada, CBC has the rights to broadcast ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
You will be able to watch the USA vs Canada final on television via free-to-air CBC Sports or its CBC Gem online streaming platform.
If you are not in Canada to attend Milano Cortina, simply use a VPN to tune in from abroad.
How to watch live streams of the Winter Olympics men’s ice hockey final in the UK
In the UK, coverage of the Winter Olympics is shared between the BBC and TNT Sports via Discovery+.
BBC one will broadcast the men’s ice hockey final for free on television, with live streaming available via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
Discovery+ It will also provide coverage with prices starting from just £3.99 per month for its basic plan.
Will you be traveling outside the UK during February? Use a VPN to watch BBC iPlayer or Discovery+ from abroad.
How to Watch Live Streams of the Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final in Australia
The Winter Olympics are broadcast on 9Now and Stan Sport in Australia.
9Now is home to a selection of free Milano Cortina coverage, which is sure to include the men’s ice hockey final between the USA and Canada.
I prefer to look at sport? It costs AU$20 per month on top of a regular Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$12 per month.
Far from Australia? Use a VPN to watch 9Now or Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch live streams of the Winter Olympics men’s ice hockey final in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sport reviews shows the men’s ice hockey final.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service, from $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Missed ice hockey due to overseas commitments? Norton VPN will give you access to your streaming service at home.
Winter Olympics Men’s Ice Hockey Final FAQ
When does the men’s ice hockey final start at the 2026 Winter Olympics?
The men’s ice hockey final between the United States and Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics will take place on Sunday, February 22.
It is scheduled to begin at 2:10 p.m. local time at the Arena Milano in Italy. It’s 8:10am ET / 5:10am PT in the US and 1:10pm GMT in the UK on Sunday.
Can I watch Winter Olympics ice hockey on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through your phone’s browser; For example, Peacock, BBC iPlayer and CBC Gem have mobile apps.
You can also stay up to date with all things Autumn Nations on the official social media channels at X (@MilanoCortina2026), YouTube (@Olympics) and Instagram (@milanocortina2026).
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