2026 Olympics: Top moments from USA-Germany men's hockey - ESPN

Following a 5-1 win over Latvia and a slightly more dramatic 6-3 win against Denmark, the United States faced the final boss of the preliminary round of the 2026 Olympic Games, Germany.

Germany won its first game 3-1 against Denmark but lost its second 4-3 to Latvia.

Despite a spirited German effort, the U.S. prevailed, 5-1.

The U.S. won Group C, with nine points. The top team from each group gets a bye into the quarterfinal round of the tournament, which begins Wednesday.

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