With all the drama surrounding Canada’s women’s soccer team at the Olympic Games, many had already written the Canadians off.
Canada’s players clearly didn’t get that message.
After a stunning 2-1 win over host France on Saturday, the Canadians kept their hopes of defending their Olympic gold medal alive — even after they were docked six points by FIFA as a result of a Canada Soccer drone spying scandal.
As it currently stands, the maximum point total for Canada in the group stage would be three points, provided the reigning champions beat Colombia on Wednesday in Nice.
Should the Canadians pull through against the Colombians, they have a very good chance to advance to the knockout stage even with the odds stacked against them.
“We have been crying … we have had nothing to lose,” Canada’s Vanessa Gilles told CBC Olympics after scoring the game-winner Saturday. “We aren’t cheaters. We proved that here tonight.”
After the big win over France, Canadians from coast-to-coast took to social media to celebrate another resilient effort from the Canucks. Here are some of the best reactions.
In a thrilling display of teamwork and skill, Canada’s national soccer team pulled off a stunning upset over France in a recent match that left fans in awe. The game, which took place on a rainy evening in Paris, saw Canada come from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over the heavily favored French team.
Fans were quick to take to social media to express their excitement and disbelief at the result. Many praised the Canadian players for their tenacity and determination, noting that they had shown great heart and resilience in the face of a strong opponent. Others pointed out the team’s impressive display of teamwork, with players working together seamlessly to create scoring opportunities and shut down the French attack.
One fan tweeted, “What a performance from Canada! They showed that anything is possible with hard work and teamwork. So proud of our national team!” Another wrote, “I can’t believe we just beat France! This is a moment I’ll never forget. Go Canada!”
The win was particularly significant for Canada, as it marked their first victory over France in over a decade. The team’s coach, John Herdman, praised his players for their efforts and credited their success to their unity and belief in each other.
“We knew coming into this match that we were the underdogs, but we also knew that we had the talent and the determination to compete with the best teams in the world,” Herdman said in a post-match interview. “I’m so proud of the way our players came together and fought for this win. It’s a testament to their hard work and dedication.”
As fans continue to celebrate Canada’s historic win, many are looking forward to seeing what the team can accomplish in future matches. With their confidence boosted by this victory, the Canadian players are sure to be a force to be reckoned with on the international stage.