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Miracle On Ice happened on February 22,1980. It started shortly after 5:00 and the game ended right around 6:30.

Miracle On Ice was the semi finals game. It took place at the Olympic center, Lake Placid, New York, U.S.

They were playing against Soviet Union ( Russia ). They were a 4 time gold winning team until that game. The U.S haven't won a gold yet.

This game had the most fans watching than any other game in that Olympics.

Everyone thought that the U.S had no chance against Russia. Yet so many Americans were watching and supporting the team.