The United States beat the Soviet Union 4–3 in the Miracle on Ice.
The game took place on February 22, 1980, during the Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. The Soviet team was heavily favored: it had won the gold medal at five of the previous six Olympics and included players with extensive international experience. The U.S. roster was composed largely of amateur college players.
The teams were tied 2–2 after the first period, but the Soviet Union led 3–2 after the second. Mark Johnson scored early in the third period to tie the game, and captain Mike Eruzione then scored the go-ahead goal with 10 minutes remaining.
The Americans held on for the 4–3 victory, one of the most famous upsets in sports history. The result did not itself clinch the gold medal: two days later, the United States defeated Finland 4–2 to finish first in the Olympic tournament.