USA Women's Hockey Advances to Semifinals

Team USA dominates Italy in quarterfinal match at 2026 Winter Olympics

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The U.S. women's hockey team continued their strong play at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, cruising to a decisive victory over the host nation in the quarterfinal match. The Americans, who have scored five goals in each of their preliminary round games, proved too much for the overmatched Italian squad.

Why it matters

The U.S. women's hockey team is seeking its fourth consecutive Olympic gold medal, and this quarterfinal win keeps them on track to achieve that historic feat. The team's dominant performance also showcases the depth of talent on the roster, with multiple players contributing to the lopsided victory.

The details

The U.S. women's hockey team overwhelmed Italy from the opening faceoff, scoring early and often to build a commanding lead. The American offense was led by captain Hilary Knight, who has been a standout throughout the tournament. The U.S. defense also stifled the Italian attack, limiting their scoring chances and preserving the lopsided win.

  • The quarterfinal match took place on February 13, 2026 in Milan, Italy.

The players

Hilary Knight

Captain of the U.S. women's hockey team and a four-time Olympic gold medalist.

Team USA

The U.S. women's hockey team, which is seeking its fourth consecutive Olympic gold medal.

Italy

The host nation of the 2026 Winter Olympics, whose women's hockey team faced off against the dominant U.S. squad in the quarterfinals.

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What’s next

The U.S. women's hockey team will face the winner of the Canada-Finland quarterfinal match in the semifinals on February 15, 2026.

The takeaway

The U.S. women's hockey team continues to assert its dominance on the international stage, cruising through the preliminary round and quarterfinals of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Their sights are now set on a fourth consecutive gold medal, which would cement their status as one of the greatest Olympic dynasties in any sport.