The Washington Capitals have won NHL’s Stanley Cup for the first time in their 44-year history after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3.

The Caps – who led the best-of-seven series 3-1 going into Game 5 – found themselves 3-2 down with 20 minutes left to play.

But goals from Devante Smith-Pelly and Lars Eller gave Washington the lead, and the side were able to absorb Vegas pressure in the closing minutes to clinch the trophy.