![]() ![]() Jordyn Huitema was once again a focal point for the Canadian squad, relied upon for her aerial ability to head balls down to teammates in the attacking half and using her speed to get to the touchline and whip crosses into the box. Jessie Fleming's inclusion in the starting 11 was also refreshing for Canada, as the creative midfielder provided a spark to the team that they lacked in their draw with Nigeria, which the 25-year-old was forced to sit out with an injury. Priestman did not have an update on the 27-year-old's health immediately after the game, but the team will hope their defensive leader won't miss any significant time. Buchanan was also struck at close range by a hard shot in the first half and was visibly shaken. Zadorsky replaced star defender Kadeisha Buchanan, who had missed training the day before the match due to illness. Zadorsky's presence in the middle of the defence stumped Ireland's forwards, who had little to no space to threaten keeper Kailen Sheridan's net. The move proved to be a stroke of genius, as both Sinclair and Schmidt settled the game down and wisely managed the flow of play. Priestman chose to introduce a trio of substitutions at halftime, bringing on Sinclair, Schmidt and Shelina Zadorsky, three of Canada's most experienced players. "Second half, that's what I love about this team, they did whatever it took to win, we know how to win, and we did it when it really mattered. I think in the first 20 minutes, the occasion got to them, it was like playing in Australia at home again," she said post-game. Priestman admitted she was most proud of her team's resilience in accomplishing the come-from-behind win. Christine Sinclair is going to want to have this one back as she can't corral the cross! #FIFAWWC /uNqmhQGYbMĬanada would hold off the Irish relatively comfortably as they saw out the victory and took home all three points, while also claiming top spot in Group B. ![]()
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