Marie-Philip Poulin Sets New Olympic Goal-Scoring Record for Canada

Marie-Philip Poulin has made history in Olympic women’s hockey by becoming the all-time leading goal scorer. In a recent semifinal match against Switzerland, the 34-year-old athlete netted her 19th Olympic goal, giving Canada a 1-0 advantage. Just minutes later, she scored again, bringing her career total to 20 goals.

Record-Breaking Achievement

Poulin’s record-breaking goal was a spectacular one-timer from the top of the zone. The shot encountered some traffic before it reached Swiss goalie Andrea Braendli and found the back of the net. Later in the game, she capitalized on a rebound to secure her second goal, all while her parents cheered from the stands at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena.

A Championship Legacy

This impressive performance comes after Poulin had tied the previous record of 18 goals held by Hayley Wickenheiser. She achieved this milestone during a quarterfinal match against Germany, her first after recovering from a lower-body injury. Poulin’s Olympic journey is nothing short of remarkable, as she has participated in five Olympic Games, securing gold medals in Vancouver (2010), Sochi (2014), and Beijing (2022), along with a silver at Pyeongchang (2018).

Career Statistics

Before this current Olympic event, Poulin had accumulated notable statistics:

• 17 goals
• 18 assists
• 35 points in 22 Olympic matches

Dubbed “Captain Clutch,” Poulin is renowned for her ability to deliver game-winning goals in crucial moments, particularly in her three gold-medal triumphs.