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Canada vs. U.S.: How to watch the 4 Nations Championship Final on Thursday

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Published20 Feb 2025

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Canada vs. U.S.: How to watch the 4 Nations Championship Final on Thursday

USA vs. Canada: A 4 Nations Face-Off Final Worthy of the Spotlight

Hockey’s fiercest rivalry takes center stage once again.

The inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off, which replaced the NHL All-Star break this year, has delivered thrilling moments, physical play, and a renewed passion for international competition. Now, the tournament reaches its climax on Thursday night in Boston, as Team USA and Team Canada meet in a highly anticipated championship final.

For fans on both sides of the border, this is the matchup they wanted.

A Rivalry Reignited

The Americans and Canadians clashed just five days ago in Montreal, a game that turned into an instant classic. USA’s 3-1 victory wasn’t just another win—it was a statement. The opening seconds saw three fights break out in response to the Montreal crowd booing “The Star-Spangled Banner,” setting the tone for a bruising, emotionally charged battle.

More than 10 million viewers tuned in across the United States and Canada, marking the most-watched international game between the two nations in nearly a decade. It wasn’t just about the final score; it was about pride, physicality, and a reminder of what best-on-best hockey can be.

Now, the rematch looms, and the stakes are even higher.

The Road to the 4Nations Final

The 4 Nations Face-Off, featuring teams from the United States, Canada, Sweden, and Finland, has showcased top-tier talent in a best-on-best format rarely seen in international hockey.

Despite strong challenges from Sweden and Finland, the two North American powerhouses have proven dominant. Canada secured its spot in the championship game with a win over Finland on Tuesday, setting the stage for another showdown with its greatest rival.

The Americans enter as slight betting favorites, but the rematch is far from a foregone conclusion. Expect physicality, elite skill, and an intensity only USA vs. Canada can deliver.

How to Watch the 4 Nations Face-Off Final

  • Date: Thursday, February 20
  • Time: 8 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • Streaming: ESPN+, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV, Fubo

The game will be available for fans without cable streaming on various platforms, including Hulu with Live TV, DirecTV, and Fubo, alongside ESPN+.

A Game with Everything on the Line

As the hockey world turns its eyes to Boston, this championship game represents more than just another international tournament—it’s a chance for Team USA to assert itself on the global stage and for Canada to restore its dominance.

The first meeting set the standard. Now, with everything on the line, expect an unforgettable battle. Thursday night in Boston will undoubtedly feature an electric crowd and two teams putting everything on the line to gain the upper hand in this renewed hockey rivalry.