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Denmark defeats Canada 4-3 in women’s soccer friendly in Toronto
Denmark defeated Canada 4-3 in a women’s international soccer friendly at BMO Field in Toronto. Olivia Holdt led the Danish side with two goals and an assist, while Pernille Harder and Janni Thomsen also scored. Denmark capitalized on defensive errors by the Canadian team, scoring three goals within a nine-minute window during the first half.
Canada’s scoring was provided by Delaney Pridham, Olivia Smith, and Evelyne Viens. Pridham, an Ottawa Rapid FC player, scored the opening goal in the 10th minute, marking her first international goal for Canada. The match took place before an announced crowd of 12,112.
The game featured several notable roster moments, including the first senior start for 18-year-old Kaylee Hunter. Additionally, veteran defender Allysha Chapman was expected to make her 100th and final appearance for the national team setup during the event.
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BMO Field · Canada women's national soccer team · Delaney Pridham · Denmark women's national soccer team · Olivia Holdt · Pernille Harder