Canada didn't get the win but Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Mexico provided coach Bev Priestman with plenty of food for thought ahead of naming her Olympic roster.
Jun 04, 2024 at 09:38 PM ETTORONTO — Canada didn't get the win but Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Mexico provided coach Bev Priestman with plenty of food for thought ahead of naming her Olympic roster.
The Canadians blanked Mexico 2-0 on Saturday in Montreal in a game where the home side took its time reaching top gear. The Canadians came out with purpose in the second half and the breakthrough came in the 48th minute with Buchanan scoring on a looping header off a Shelina Zadorsky cross.Mexico replied in the 70th minute with Ovalle beating Jade Rose and then goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo with an spectacular swerving shot from distance. The tying goal added drama to the final 20 minutes.
Priestman made five changes for Tuesday's rematch with D'Angelo, defender Zadorsky, midfielder Simi Awujo and forwards Cloe Lacasse and Evelyne Viens slotting into the starting 11.
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