Canadian Women Defeat Costa Rica 2-0 to Finish Atop Group B at CONCACAF W Championship
The Canadian women’s team endured the searing heat and a packed Costa Rica defence to win 2-0 and clinch top spot in Group B ahead of the knockout rounds at the CONCACAF W Championship.
Jessie Fleming and Sophie Schmidt scored two elegant goals as Canada improved to 3-0-0 at the eight-team tournament.
Canada had plenty of chances to add to their lead but lacked clinical finishing on a steamy night at Estadio BBVA, a 51,000-capacity venue that is home to CF Monterrey.
At kickoff, the temperature stood at 40 degrees Celsius at kickoff at 6PM local time.
“Incredibly hot,” said Canada coach Bev Priestman.
Despite the heat, the Canadians showed plenty of stamina and creative spark against a Costa Rica team that switched to a back five in a failed bid to slow down the Canada attack.
Watch the match highlights below.