The Canadian nationwide anthem was booed, although considerably tepidly, by the followers on the 4 Nations Face-Off on Monday — obvious payback for the jeering of “The Star-Spangled Banner” in the course of the opening rounds in Montreal final week.
The Canadian group acquired a louder however nonetheless blended greeting in the course of the introductions earlier than its recreation in opposition to Finland, aside from ahead Brad Marchand, whose full-time job is with the Boston Bruins.
The Finns have been met with largely silence.
Earlier than the anthems have been performed, the general public deal with announcer requested “that you kindly respect the nation, its inhabitants and the players that represent each country.”
Whereas the gang, which featured many followers within the crimson Canadian sweaters, sang alongside to “O Canada,” a number of audible boos may be heard.
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Followers throughout Canada have booed the U.S. anthem at NHL and NBA video games since U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned he wished to make the northern neighbors “the 51st state.” Trump additionally threatened tariffs in opposition to the longtime ally.
The Canadian followers drowned out any negativity with cheers when star Connor McDavid scored simply 4 minutes into the sport. Nathan MacKinnon added one other aim lower than a minute later to make it 2-0.
With a victory in regulation, Canada would advance to Thursday night time’s finals in opposition to the US.
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