Trudeau Mocks Trump After Canada's 3-2 Hockey Victory

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau playfully taunted former President Donald Trump after Canada's 3-2 overtime victory against the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey final. Trudeau's social media remark, 'You can't take our country – and you can't take our game,' came after Trump had expressed a desire to annex Canada as the '51st state' and had encouraged the U.S. team to win the match. The atmosphere was charged, with American fans booing during the Canadian national anthem, which Canadian singer Chantal Kreviazuk creatively countered by altering the lyrics to reflect Canadian pride. The match highlighted ongoing tensions between the two countries, exacerbated by Trump's previous threats of tariffs on Canadian imports. Critics of Trudeau surfaced amid his celebration, reflecting a complex political landscape. Despite the rivalry, the sporting event served as a backdrop for national pride and political commentary.