Olympic champion Canada returns to action Friday for the first time since a disappointing showing at the FIFA Women's World Cup, facing Jamaica in a two-legged playoff to determine the last CONCACAF entry in the 12-county field for the 2024 Paris Gam
After a camp in Florida, the Canadians left Thursday for Jamaica and the series opener at the National Stadium in Kingston. The rematch is Tuesday at Toronto's BMO Field.
Canada and Jamaica were paired in the Olympic playoff after finishing second and third, respectively, at the CONCACAF W Championship in Mexico in July 2022. Canada failed to survive the group stage, exiting after tying Nigeria 0-0, edging Ireland 2-1 and losing 4-0 to co-host Australia. They finished 21st at the 32-team tournament, compared to 13th for Jamaica.
A two-time All-Pac-12 selection, Collins played in 85 matches for the Bears with 84 starts. In her final year, she led the team with 1,900 minutes played, anchoring a defence that allowed just 17 goals for an average of 0.81 per game. "I'm super-excited about Sydney and what her potential is," said Priestman."She can play centre back, she can play fullback. She's fit, she's quick … When she's been in with us, she's been super-impressive."
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