Tokyo 2020: Canada Defeats USA To Qualify For The Women’s Football Final

The defending champions USA took on their continental counterparts Canada in the first semi-final game.

The game was fiercely contested by both teams, in the first 30mins, the USA dominated the game until their goalkeeper Naeher got injured and was replaced by Franch. The first half ended in a goalless draw.

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The defending Champions, USA, started the second half on a positive note and were knocking on the goal of the Canadian, but their effort was to no avail. In the 74 minute, the Canada team had a penalty which was converted easily by Fleming to break the deadlock of the game.

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The USA tried to equalize to take the game to extra time, but the Canada team defended very well.

The game ended one nil in favor of Canada, who awaits either Australia or Sweden, who are yet to play.

Source: Kingaziz.com