One of the best rivalries in hockey takes center stage in Brampton, Ont. today, as Canada and the USA meet at the 2023 IIHF Women's World Championship.
It is the final game of pool play for the two North American rivals, who both enter with perfect 3-0 records in Pool A after defeating Japan, Czechia and Switzerland.
It's a potential preview for the gold-medal game at the tournament. Since the Women's World Championship began in 1990, there have been 21 competitions to determine a world champion. Canada and the USA have met in 20 of those gold-medal matches.
MORE: Watch the 2023 IIHF Women's World Championship live with Fubo
For Canada, forwards Sarah Fillier and Blayre Turnbull are leading the way so far at the tournament. Both players have five points entering the contest on Monday. The Canadians' defense has allowed just one goal through three games at the tournament.
On the other side, the United States has been propelled by forward Taylor Heise and defenseman Carolina Harvey. Both players have recorded six points at the 2023 competition, and are a big reason why the Americans are outscoring their opposition 22-4 so far.
The victor of this game wins Pool A and gets the higher seed in the playoffs. The loser will finish second.
What channel is Canada vs. USA on today?
- Canada: TSN 1/4
- United States: NHL Network
TSN has all the Women's World Championship action in Canada. The Canada-USA game can be seen on TSN 1/4.
In the United States, viewers can find the game on NHL Network.
How to live stream Canada vs. USA
- Canada: TSN.ca, TSN app
- United States: Fubo
Fans in Canada can stream all World Juniors games at TSN.ca or the TSN app.
Fans also looking to live stream the event can turn to Fubo. It carries NHL Network and offers a free trial, so hockey fans tune in and watch the rivalry game.
Canada vs. USA start time
- Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
The puck drops at 6:30 p.m. ET from the CAA Centre in Brampton, Ont.
It is the final game of the day on Monday and the last contest for both the USA and Canada in group play.
Canada vs. USA odds
- Canada: -1.5 (+215)
- USA: +1.5 (-323)
- O/U: TBD
Canada is a slight favorite on the puck line for the contest against the USA at the World Championship, according to Sports Interaction.
Canada Women's World Championship Schedule 2023
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 5 | Switzerland | W, 4-0 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 7 | Czechia | W, 5-1 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 8 | Japan | W, 5-0 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 10 | USA | — | 6:30 p.m. | TSN, NHLN |
| April 13 | Quarterfinals | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| April 15 | Semifinals | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| April 16 | Medal game | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
USA Women's World Championship Schedule 2023
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 5 | Japan | W, 7-1 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 7 | Switzerland | W, 9-1 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 9 | Czechia | W, 6-2 | FINAL | TSN, NHLN |
| April 10 | USA | — | 6:30 p.m. | TSN, NHLN |
| April 13 | Quarterfinals | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| April 15 | Semifinals | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
| April 16 | Medal game | — | TBD | TSN, NHLN |
