Canada settles for scoreless draw with Nigeria in Women’s World Cup opener

Christine Sinclair was stopped on a penalty and Canada performed to a 0-0 draw with Nigeria within the Women’s World Cup opener for each groups on Friday in Melbourne.

Nigeria goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie blocked Sinclair’s low shot within the fiftieth minute, denying the Canadian captain from changing into the primary participant in soccer historical past to attain in six World Cups.

Sinclair was given the penalty kick after a VAR overview. Francisca Ordega took her down within the space, resulting in the penalty for soccer’s all-time main worldwide scorer.

Canada was favoured within the match, being ranked seventh on the earth as in comparison with No. 40 for Nigeria.

The reigning Olympic champs wish to hit the World Cup podium for the primary time.

Canada’s subsequent match is Wednesday in opposition to Ireland.

More to return.