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LEON, Mexico — Canada conceded a goal in the 93rd minute in a 1-0 loss to Colombia on Wednesday in its first match of the Women’s Revelations Cup, a four-nation tournament that prepares for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup later this month. year in India.
Stefania Perlaza’s header on a loose shot from Laura Garavito won for Colombia.
“It was a smart check against a smart opponent and we had some new players who made their debut and significant minutes,” Canadian coach Emma Humphries said. “There were some wonderful performances that helped us progress today, which excites me for FIFA. U-17 Women’s World Cup. We are coming in and progressing well. “
Canadians Faith Fenwick and Kayla Briggs played their first youth game.
The Canadians will face Mexico on Saturday before completing the match against Chile on Tuesday.
Canada qualified for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, which will take place from October 11-30, thanks to its third-place finish at the CONCACAF U-17 Women’s Championship in May in the Dominican Republic.
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This report through The Canadian Press was first published on August 31, 2022.
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