It was her 179th career international goal, moving Sinclair within five of tying retired American Abby Wambach’s world record of 184.
LAGOS, Portugal — Captain Christine Sinclair rescued Canada with an 81st-minute penalty in a 1-0 win over Scotland at the Algarve Cup on Friday.
“I saw the ‘keeper move early and had half the net to shoot at — and hopefully I won’t miss that,” said Sinclair. “What gives me confidence is knowing that I’m prepared. I practise penalty shots at the end of every training session, so in the moment you know you’ve done everything you can to be ready.”
Canada, which improved to 7-1-0 all-time against Scotland with its sixth straight win, will play a ranking match next Wednesday. Canada came on as the half progressed, with players pressing to frustrate Scottish attempts to build an attack. Alexander beat substitute Adriana Leon to the ball in the 69th minute after a deft chip from Sinclair.
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