Last Updated on: 18th February 2025, 01:09 am
Before their highly anticipated rematch against Canada in the championship game, the United States faces Sweden in the 4 Nations Face-Off today—Monday, Feb. 17—at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The game will be available across multiple streaming platforms.
Today’s matchup will be broadcast live on TNT, with the puck dropping at 8 p.m. ET. Fans without cable can stream the game using DirecTV Stream, which offers a free trial, or take advantage of Sling TV’s promotional discounts for new subscribers.
Where and When to Watch USA vs. Sweden the 4 Nations Face-Off
- TV Channel: TNT
- Date: Monday, Feb. 17
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Full 4 Nations Face-Off Schedule
TD Garden, Boston
- Monday, Feb. 17: Sweden vs. United States, 8 p.m. ET (TNT, truTV, MAX)
- Thursday, Feb. 20: Championship Game: United States vs. Canada, 8 p.m. ET (ESPN, ESPN Plus)
Latest Betting Odds for USA vs. Sweden
- Moneyline: USA (-192), Sweden (+160)
- Puck Spread: USA -1.5, Sweden +1.5
- Over/Under: 6.5
USA Secures Final Spot, Sweden’s Fate Hinges on Canada vs. Finland
The United States has already locked in their place in the final after dominant performances in the tournament. They dismantled Finland 6-1 last Thursday and followed it up with a 3-1 victory over host Canada on Saturday, securing their first appearance in a best-on-best championship final since the 2010 Vancouver Olympics.
Meanwhile, Sweden remains the only team yet to register a win in regulation. However, their chances of advancing remain alive, as they secured overtime points against both Canada and Finland. For Sweden to advance, they need Canada vs. Finland to reach overtime—this outcome would leave the door open for Sweden to qualify if they defeat the U.S. in regulation.
What is the 4 Nations Face-Off?
With the NHL taking a two-week hiatus, there will be no All-Star Game this year. Instead, this round-robin tournament features NHL players representing the United States, Canada, Finland, and Sweden in a battle for international supremacy.
- Scoring System:
- Regulation win: 3 points
- Overtime/shootout win: 2 points
- Overtime/shootout loss: 1 point
- The two teams with the most points at the end of the round-robin stage will meet in the championship game.
- Games take place in Montreal, Canada, and Boston, Massachusetts.
- USA and Canada entered the tournament as co-favorites.
USA vs. Sweden: Game Preview
The United States is riding high after their 3-1 victory over Canada in a fiery matchup at Bell Centre, Montreal, on Feb. 15, which saw three fights in the first nine seconds.
Having secured their final berth, the Americans now shift their focus to this final round-robin clash against Sweden, with an opportunity to finish the tournament’s group stage with a perfect nine points.
Key Players to Watch:
- Jake Guentzel: 3 goals, 1 assist
- Zach Werenski: 4 assists
- Jack Eichel: 3 assists
Despite their secured spot in the final, don’t expect Team USA to ease off. They registered 17 hits in the first period alone against Canada and finished the game with 34 total.
However, with the championship game looming, some stars will be rested. Matthew Tkachuk (Florida Panthers), who has 2 goals and 1 assist, will sit out due to a lower-body injury.
In goal, Dallas Stars netminder Jake Oettinger will make his first start for Team USA. He enters with a 2.35 GAA and a .911 save percentage. Meanwhile, Connor Hellebuyck (Winnipeg Jets) was outstanding in the first two games, allowing just 2 goals on 47 shots, leading the tournament with a 1.00 GAA and a .957 save percentage.
With a chance to complete a perfect run in the round-robin stage, the Americans will look to maintain momentum before their championship showdown against Canada on Feb. 20.
