HELSINKI Marc Schaefer scored the winner at 1:33 of overtime as Canada defeated USA 2-1 in the 2025 World Championship final. The fierce match at the Helsinki Ice Hockey Arena was a testament to the resilience and persistence of the Canadian team, who equalized the score in the final moments and scored the winning goal in overtime.

Schaefer grabbed the rebound of Nikolaj Ehlers' long-range shot in front of the goal and put it into the net. It was Schaefer's seventh goal of the tournament and made him a key player for Canada Leo Carlsson 4NF Jersey. "It was an exciting game and the support of the fans made us more determined," Schaefer said after the game. "The other goalkeeper played amazingly and we were trying to break through all game and finally got our chance. "

With 26 seconds left, Canada equalized the score with a long-range shot from Josh Morrissey. The attack originated from a secondary rebound near the blue line. Morrissey seized the opportunity and shot a precise long shot through the crowd and directly into the net.

"Our team never gives up," Morrissey said. "Whether in this game or in future challenges, we always maintain a fighting spirit. We know that the opponent will defend with all their strength, but we persevere to the end and finally win. "

Canada goalkeeper Connor Hellebuyck contributed 17 saves to help the team stabilize the situation. As for the US team, William Ekron took the lead in the first quarter at 15:07 with a 4-on-3 power play opportunity. He received a pass from the right circle and shot directly, successfully penetrating Hellebuyck's ten fingers.

"Our power play system worked smoothly, and we created opportunities in the fast pass," Ekron said after the game. "Although we didn't win in the end, we showed strong competitiveness. "

US head coach Ryan Wosovsky also affirmed the team's performance: "We played the game rhythm as planned, and the players' execution was excellent. Although we lost the game, I am proud of their fighting spirit. "

For the Canadian team, this victory marks their 29th championship trophy in the history of the World Championship, and also continues their dominance on the international ice hockey stage.

Post-match data:
Schaefer has scored 7 goals in this tournament, ranking in the top three in the scorer list.
The Canadian team has completed 5 reversal wins in this tournament, showing strong resilience.
US goalkeeper Vicek Vanecek contributed 33 saves in this game, which was an important contributor to the team's ability to persist until overtime.
The Canadian team will continue to prepare after celebrating the victory. Their goal is to continue their glory in future international competitions, while the US team hopes to make a comeback in the next World Championships IIHF Store.

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