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2026 Olympics: Women's Hockey Powerhouses Clash in Italy
3 Feb
Summary
- Ten women's hockey teams have arrived in Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Canada and USA, perennial gold medal contenders, are in Group A.
- Group play starts February 5, with the gold medal game on February 19.
The stage is set for the 2026 Winter Olympics women's hockey tournament, with ten national teams having arrived in Italy. This event continues a storied tradition where either Canada or the USA has consistently claimed the gold medal since women's hockey debuted in the Olympics in 1998.
The top-ranked teams, Canada and USA, headline Group A, which also includes Czechia, Finland, and Switzerland. Group B features France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Sweden, promising a dynamic competition.
Group play is scheduled to run from February 5 through February 10. Following the preliminary rounds, the tournament will culminate in the gold medal game on February 19. Fans can follow every moment of the competition.
