In sudden-death scenarios like the , the first team to score wins immediately. This requires more than just physical skill; it demands a "clutch" mentality—the ability to stay calm and precise as the clock ticks past regulation time.

: Known for her tactical brilliance in overtime, Wambach once won an Olympic gold in Athens with an extra-time goal and holds the record for the latest goal ever scored in a Women’s World Cup.

: A veteran of the ice, Knight scored a late tying goal in the 2026 Winter Olympic final, leading Team USA to an eventually victorious overtime finish.