After using 18 players in the first game of the so-called ‘Celebration Tour,’ head coach Bev Priestman says she will ring in some changes to Tuesday’s lineup at Saputo Stadium
Fresh from a 5-1 win over New Zealand on Saturday in Ottawa, Canadian women’s soccer coach Bev Priestman is clear on what she expects from Tuesday’s rematch with the Football Ferns in Montreal.“The group has committed to keep pushing, keep scoring more goals. We know that’s what we’re going to need to do to go and be successful at a World Cup. So I’m expecting more of the same.”
Priestman, who made her home coaching debut with Canada on the weekend at TD Place, says she is trying to strike a balance between “where we’re at now where we want to head.” That opened the door for Priestman to deploy forward Janine Beckie at right back, a position she has played for Manchester City.Priestman expects pushback and a “difficult game” from New Zealand in the wake of the lopsided loss.
The 38-year-old McLeod, who fought her way back through injury to return to the national team, has won 118 caps for Canada. Priestman said McLeod has played a key role in helping young players on the squad.
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