Canada and Ireland Draw 1-1 in World Cup Preparation Friendly in Montreal
Canada concluded its 2026 FIFA World Cup preparation with a 1-1 draw against Ireland at Stade Saputo in Montreal. Canada led 1-0 after an own goal by Irish defender Jake O'Brien from a Stephen Eustáquio corner. Ireland equalized in the second half when Chiedozie Ogbene scored on the rebound after Maxime Crépeau saved Troy Parrott's penalty. Canada, co-hosts of the World Cup, will open Group B against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12. Ireland handed first caps to four players.
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Chiedozie Ogbene Earns Republic of Ireland Draw with Canada in World Cup Friendly
In a friendly match in Montreal, the Republic of Ireland drew 1-1 with World Cup co-hosts Canada. Canada took the lead in the 24th minute when an own goal by Irish defender Jake O'Brien, who headed a failed clearance into his own net from Stephen Eustaquio's corner. Ireland were awarded a penalty in the second half after Cyle Larin fouled Jamie McGrath. Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau saved Troy Parrott's initial penalty attempt, but Chiedozie Ogbene scored on the rebound in the 60th minute to equalize. Ireland, who did not qualify for the 2026 World Cup, pushed for a winner but were denied by Crepeau late on. Canada, managed by Jesse Marsch, will open the World Cup on June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Canada remains without captain Alphonso Davies due to a hamstring injury.
SkySports | NewsRepublic of Ireland earn 1-1 draw against Canada in Montreal friendly
The Republic of Ireland secured a 1-1 draw against Canada in an international friendly at Saputo Stadium in Montreal. Canada, co-hosts of the upcoming World Cup, took the lead in the 23rd minute when a Stephen Eustaquio corner was flicked on and deflected off Irish defender Jake O'Brien into his own net. Ireland responded in the second half after Troy Parrott's penalty was saved by Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau, but Chiedozie Ogbene reacted quickest to slot home the rebound. Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson made six changes from the side that beat Qatar, handing first senior caps to four players including Bohemians captain Dawson Devoy, who became the first League of Ireland player to earn a senior cap since 2020. St Patrick's Athletic's Kian Leavy and Shamrock Rovers' Adam Brennan also made their debuts off the bench.
BBC SportRepublic of Ireland salvage 1-1 draw against Canada in Montreal friendly
The Republic of Ireland earned a 1-1 draw against Canada in an international friendly at Saputo Stadium in Montreal. Canada, co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup, took the lead in the 23rd minute when a Stephen Eustaquio corner was flicked on and deflected off Irish defender Jake O'Brien into his own net. Ireland responded in the second half when Troy Parrott's penalty was saved by Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau, but Chiedozie Ogbene reacted quickest to slot home the rebound. Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson made six changes from the side that beat Qatar, handing first caps to four players including Bohemians captain Dawson Devoy, who became the first League of Ireland player to earn a senior cap since 2020. St Patrick's Athletic's Kian Leavy and Shamrock Rovers' Adam Brennan also made their debuts off the bench.
BBC SportCanada Held to 1-1 Draw by Ireland in Final World Cup Preparation Match
Canada played to a 1-1 draw against Ireland in Montreal in their last preparation match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Canada, automatically qualified as a co-host, has never earned a point in the World Cup, losing all six matches in 1986 and 2022. The Canadians opened the scoring in the 23rd minute when a corner from Stephen Eustaquio was deflected into his own net by Irish defender Jake O'Brien. Ireland equalized in the 61st minute after a penalty from Troy Parrott was initially saved by Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau, but Chiedozie Ogbene scored on the rebound. Canada will compete in Group B against Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar, and Switzerland.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuCanada Ends World Cup Preparation with 1-1 Draw Against Ireland
Canada concluded its preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Ireland at Stade Saputo in Montreal. The match, played on June 5, 2026, saw Canada dominate the first half, taking the lead in the 23rd minute through an own goal by Irish defender Jake O'Brien from a Stephen Eustáquio corner. Despite controlling possession (67%) and creating numerous chances, Canada failed to extend its lead. After halftime, Ireland equalized in the 61st minute when Chiedozie Ogbene scored on the rebound after Maxime Crépeau saved Troy Parrott's penalty. The draw leaves Canada with mixed feelings ahead of its World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto on June 12. Coach Jesse Marsch's team showed attacking promise but continued to struggle with converting dominance into goals.
FútbolCanada 1-1 Republic of Ireland: Wasteful finishing mars World Cup warm-up for Jesse Marsch's side
Canada played their final World Cup warm-up friendly against the Republic of Ireland in Montreal, drawing 1-1. Canada dominated possession and created numerous chances but struggled to convert, taking the lead only through an own goal by Irish defender Jake O'Brien from a Stephen Eustaquio corner. Ireland equalized after a reckless challenge by Cyle Larin led to a penalty; Maxime Crepeau saved the initial spot-kick but Chiedozie Ogbene scored the rebound. The article highlights Canada's wasteful attack as a concern heading into the World Cup, while praising goalkeeper Crepeau's emotional and physical performance. The match followed a 2-0 win over Uzbekistan.
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