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Canada Downs Ukraine 4-2 in Canadian Shield Opener

The win highlights the host nation’s attacking strength ahead of their June 10 match against Ivory Coast.

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Canada is set to host the Ivory Coast, Ukraine and New Zealand in an international invitational tournament.
Canada is ready to make waves.

Overview

  • Tajon Buchanan scored one and set up two goals while Jonathan David added a brace to propel Canada at BMO Field.
  • Promise David marked his first senior appearance with a goal in the 31st minute, helping establish a 3-0 first-half lead.
  • Coach Jesse Marsch deployed a youthful lineup averaging 22.5 years as part of a planned rotation across both tournament days.
  • The four-team invitational awards three points for a regulation win, with tied games decided by shootouts and a tiered point system.
  • Canada is treating the Canadian Shield as a World Cup rehearsal ahead of co-hosting the 2026 tournament and next facing Ivory Coast on June 10.