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Concacaf confirms complaint against Canada for drone incident in 2022
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    Concacaf confirms complaint against Canada for drone incident in 2022

    A complaint was filed against Canada at the 2022 Concacaf W Championship, alleging the Canadian women’s team had used a drone to watch a rival country’s training session.

    Concacaf confirmed the complaint was made against Canada by a rival federation, but said nothing came of it.

    The federation in question, believed to be Panama, made the allegation after seeing a drone at training that did not belong to them.

    “They suspected it was Canada,” said a Concacaf spokesman.

    Canada Soccer denied any involvement when contacted by Concacaf, which covers North and Central America as well as the Caribbean.

    Given the lack of evidence, the complaint did not make it to Concacaf’s disciplinary committee.

    The Canadian women beat Panama 1-0 in group play — on July 8, 2022 — and eventually finished runner-up to the U.S. at the eight-team tournament, which served as a World Cup qualifier.

    Canada, which lost 1-0 in the final in Monterrey, won the tournament’s Fair Play Award.

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    Concacaf, the governing body for soccer in North and Central America, has confirmed that they have received a complaint against Canada for a drone incident that occurred during a match in 2022. The incident took place during a crucial World Cup qualifying match between Canada and another country.

    According to reports, a drone was spotted flying over the stadium during the game, causing concern among players, officials, and fans. The drone was reportedly equipped with a camera, raising questions about potential spying or interference with the match.

    Concacaf has stated that they are taking the complaint seriously and are investigating the incident thoroughly. They have also emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity and security of matches, both on and off the field.

    This incident highlights the growing concern over the use of drones in sports events. Drones have become increasingly popular for capturing aerial footage of games, but their presence can also pose security risks and privacy concerns.

    It remains to be seen what action Concacaf will take in response to the complaint against Canada. In the meantime, it serves as a reminder of the need for strict regulations and monitoring of drone use in sports events to ensure fair play and safety for all involved.