Kyler Vojvodic’s brace led Canada to victory over Trinidad

Canada made the difference with Kyler Vojvodic’s two goals and ended up with the 3-2 victory against Trinidad, as part of Group F date 1 of the 2023 CONCACAF Under-17 Championship. goals of the match for the locals They were scored by Kyler Vojvodic (26′ 1T and 22′ 2T) and Chimere Omeze (15′ 2T). While the away goals were scored by Malachi Webb (21′ 2T) and Lindell Sween (35′ 2T, from a free kick).

Canadian striker Kyler Vojvodic squandered his chance to open the scoring and take the lead when he missed a penalty in the 21st minute of the first half.

The figure of the meeting was Chimere Omeze. The Canada defender was important as he scored 1 goal.

Alessandro Biello also played a key role in the Pensativo stadium. The Canadian midfielder stood out against Trinidad by making 94 correct passes and stealing 2 balls.

After 50 minutes, Trinidad midfielder Derrel Garcia embarrassed Gael De Montigny, the Canadian defender, with a superb shot.

With a few infractions and constant breaks, the match played between the two teams was lived. There were several warned: Shawn Cooper, Josiah Ochoa, Joshua Figaro and Chimere Omeze. He was sent off for a direct red card, Rio Cardines in the 18th minute of the first half.

Canada coach Andrew Olivieri set up a 5-3-2 formation on the pitch with Nathaniel Abraham in goal; Theo Rigopoulos, Richard Chukwu, Lazar Stefanovic, Chimere Omeze and Gael De Montigny on the defensive line; Jeevan Badwal, Alessandro Biello and Antoine Sedar N Diaye in the middle; and Lucas Ozimec and Kyler Vojvodic on offense.

For their part, those led by Shawn Cooper failed with a 4-4-2 strategy with Ailan Panton under the three sticks; Rio Cardines, Joshua Figaro, Jaden Williams and Lyshaun Morris in defence; Derrel Garcia, Armani Rowe, Josiah Ochoa and Dominic Wilson in midfield; and Jeremiah Cateau and Lindell Sween up front.

The match at the Pensativo stadium was led by referee José Fuentes.

For the next date, Canada will visit Barbados. On the other hand, Trinidad will receive the United States.