Canada Held to Draw by Curaçao, Quarterfinal Berth Delayed
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By Amelia Monroe | MIAMI – 2025/06/22 03:17:24
Canada’s quest to secure a spot in the tournament quarterfinals was delayed after being held to a draw by Curaçao. the result leaves Canada atop Group B, but they will need to wait until their group-stage finale against El Salvador on Tuesday to confirm their advancement.
the match started brightly for Canada, with Nathan Saliba scoring within the first 10 minutes. The CF Montréal midfielder capitalized on a loose ball, firing home a first-time shot to give Canada an early lead.
Curaçao thought they had found an equalizer in the 66th minute through former FC Cincinnati striker Jürgen Locadia, who finished clinically at the far post. However, the goal was disallowed after a Video review persistent a narrow offside.
Curaçao eventually found their equalizing goal just before the final whistle. Winger Jeremy Antonisse broke free and slotted the ball home, forcing Canada to settle for a draw and postponing their quarterfinal qualification.
Key Moments and Controversies
“The CF Montréal midfielder pounced on an attempted clearance and converted a first-time shot to put Canada in the driver’s seat.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happens if Canada and El Salvador draw?
- The specifics would depend on other results in the group, but a draw could be enough for Canada to advance depending on goal difference and other tie-breaking procedures.
- How does Video Review (VAR) work in soccer?
- VAR involves a team of officials who review decisions made by the on-field referee, using video replays to identify clear and obvious errors or missed incidents.
- What are the stages of a major international soccer tournament?
- Typically, tournaments begin with a group stage where teams are divided into groups and play a round-robin format, followed by a knockout stage (round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, final) for the top teams from each group.
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