Jonathan David's Decisive Strike Propels Canada to Historic Copa America Win
A second-half goal from Jonathan David secured Canada's 1-0 victory over 10-man Peru in their Copa America match in Kansas City. Canada's win, marked by a decisive counterattack and stellar saves from goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau, raises hopes for a top-two finish and a place in the knockout stages.
A second-half strike from forward Jonathan David helped Canada secure a 1-0 victory over 10-man Peru in their Copa America Group A match in Kansas City on Tuesday to raise hopes of a top-two finish and a spot in the knockout stages. While Canada had the majority of possession in the first half, Peru had the better chances, with Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau pulling off a sharp save to deny Piero Quispe, while Gianluca Lapadula had a goal ruled out for offside.
The momentum swung in Canada's favour after the break, as Peru defender Miguel Araujo was sent off following a VAR check for a heavy challenge, before Lille attacker David coolly slotted home in the 74th minute to cap off a swift counterattack. Crepeau came to Canada's rescue in stoppage time by twice denying efforts from substitute Paolo Guerrero as the North American side held on to seal their first-ever Copa America win and go level with Argentina, who play Chile in New Jersey later on Tuesday.
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