2026 Winter Olympics: Canada Faces U.S. in Curling, Switzerland in Men’s Hockey

The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are underway, showcasing world-class talent from numerous nations. Among the high-stakes events, the Canadian men’s hockey team is set to face the United States in curling, as well as Switzerland in men’s hockey. Both contests are crucial in determining standings in the preliminary rounds.

Canadian Men’s Hockey Team’s Quest for Gold

The Canadian men’s hockey team has had a strong start, winning their opening game against Czechia with a dominating score of 5-0. Goaltender Jordan Binnington made an impressive 26 saves, achieving a shutout. Tonight, the team will compete against Switzerland, which has also shown progress, blanking France 4-0 in their first match. Defenceman Josh Morrissey may not play due to an undisclosed injury sustained in the previous game.

Curling Matches Against the U.S.

In curling, both the men’s and women’s teams from Canada will match up against the United States in important round-robin games. This dual competition underscores the intense rivalry and excitement surrounding the tournament.

Figure Skating Highlights

In individual events, Canadian figure skater Stephen Gogolev is gearing up for a decisive performance in the men’s free skate. He currently sits in 10th place after scoring 87.41 points in the short program. Gogolev hopes to improve his standing and is chasing medals in a challenging field led by American skater Ilia Malinin, also known as the “Quad God.” Malinin aims to make history by successfully landing a quadruple axel during the competition.

Full Olympic Schedule

Today’s Olympic agenda is packed with exciting events:

• 3:05 a.m. ET – Men’s curling (Canada vs. U.S.)
• 8:05 a.m. ET – Women’s curling (Canada vs. U.S.)
• 3:10 p.m. ET – Men’s hockey (Canada vs. Switzerland)
• 1:00 p.m. ET – Figure skating men’s free program (Gogolev participating)
• 10:00 a.m. ET – Speed skating men’s 10,000m (Ted-Jan Bloemen competing)

Where to Watch the Games

In Canada, CBC serves as the official broadcaster for the Winter Olympics, allowing viewers to watch through traditional TV or stream online via the CBC Gem app.

As the competition unfolds, all eyes will be on the performances of Team Canada and their rivals, with much anticipation for the outcomes in both curling and men’s hockey.