Denmark's Jensen Scores Stunning Goal From 95 Feet Against U.S. Hockey Team

U.S. goalie Jeremy Swayman lets in surprising long shot, but team rallies to win 6-3 in Olympic matchup.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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In a wild Olympic hockey matchup between the U.S. and Denmark, U.S. goalie Jeremy Swayman gave up a surprising 95-foot goal to Denmark's Nicholas B. Jensen in the first period. However, the U.S. team rallied back to win the game 6-3, showcasing their resilience and teamwork on the ice.

Why it matters

This game highlighted the unpredictable nature of hockey, where even the most experienced goalies can be caught off guard by an unexpected long-distance shot. The U.S. team's ability to bounce back from the early deficit demonstrated their mental toughness and ability to overcome adversity, which will be crucial as they continue their Olympic campaign.

The details

With the U.S. trailing 1-0 after Jensen's 95-foot goal, the team responded with a strong performance, scoring six unanswered goals to secure the victory. Jack Eichel and Brady Tkachuk were instrumental in the comeback, with Eichel setting up Tkachuk's two goals and scoring one of his own.

  • The goal by Jensen came 11 minutes into the first period, giving Denmark the early lead.
  • The U.S. team rallied in the second and third periods, scoring six unanswered goals to win the game 6-3.

The players

Jeremy Swayman

The U.S. goalie who let in the surprising 95-foot goal from Denmark's Jensen, but bounced back to help lead his team to victory.

Nicholas B. Jensen

The Danish player who scored the unexpected long-distance goal against Swayman, giving Denmark an early lead in the game.

Jack Eichel

The U.S. player who set up Brady Tkachuk's two goals and scored one of his own, helping lead the team's comeback.

Brady Tkachuk

The U.S. player who scored two goals, contributing to the team's rally and eventual victory.

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What they’re saying

“It was just the perfect height right between the stands and board level, and I truly lost it. Definitely one I went back, but at the same time, especially at this level, you've got to stay even-keeled. It's one shot at a time and no matter how they go in, you've got to step up and stop the next one.”

— Jeremy Swayman, U.S. Goalie (929theticket.com)

“First I wanted to dump it, and then I was like, 'OK, I might as well just put it toward the net.' It's hard to see with the bleachers, but no, I got lucky. And I appreciate he gave me that.”

— Nicholas B. Jensen, Danish Player (929theticket.com)

“Funky bounce — you just move on. Sway is a confident man. He knows nine times out of 10 — or 99 times out of 100 — he's going to have that. It's a crazy play. ... We don't fault him.”

— Jack Eichel, U.S. Player (929theticket.com)

What’s next

The U.S. team will face Germany in their next Olympic matchup on Sunday night.

The takeaway

This game showcased the unpredictable nature of hockey and the importance of mental toughness, as the U.S. team demonstrated their ability to overcome adversity and rally for a decisive victory, despite an early deficit caused by an unexpected long-distance goal.