The Canadians have gotten their revenge over the Americans from the 2010 Gold Medal Game in which the Americans defeated the Canadians 6-5 in overtime. With their 4-1 victory over the US, Canada will face the Russians in the Gold Medal game on Wednesday night while the Americans are relegated to the Bronze Medal game Wednesday afternoon against Sweden.
WJC 2011, USA Vs. Canada, Canadians Defeat US 4-1 To Head To Gold Medal Game
Canadian goals were scored by Zack Kassian, Ryan Johansen, Quinton Howden, and Curtis Hamilton while the lone American goal was scored by Chris Brown. Canada outshot the Americans - and looked like the better team throughout much of this game. Whether it was nerves or just being outclassed, Canada started the scoring early and never let off the gas pedal.
The Americans will face Sweden in the Bronze Medal game for the first time in this tournament while the Canadians defeated the Russians 6-3 in the first game of the tournament for both teams. Canada appears to have the inside track for their sixth gold medal in seven years.
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