T.J. Oshie Scores Winning Goal For U.S. Against Russia at Sochi Olympics!

T.J. Oshie shows off his hockey skills while competing during the 2014 Sochi Olympics on Saturday (February 15) in Sochi, Russia.

The 27-year-old hockey star became an instant hero after scoring the winning goal against Russia, giving the American team a big win over the host country. Go USA!

During the game, Russian president Vladimir Putin sat in the stands while Russia lost the game.

In case you didn’t know, the rivalry between Russia and America has become more intense as a result of Vladimir‘s anti-gay stance and regulations for the Olympic games.

10+ pictures inside of T.J. Oshie scoring the winning goal against Russia…