Coach John Herdman saw what he needed in the final two exhibition games before naming his squad for the World Cup in Qatar in November
Going into the game against Uruguay, Herdman wanted to see the deficiencies in his team’s game and hopes to close them by the time Canada steps on the field at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium against Belgium.Article content
Canada had good spells of possession against Uruguay, but were unable to make the most of the few chances they created. Uruguay was quick to close down space in its defensive zone and forced Canada to make quicker decisions than used to, playing teams in Concacaf.Article content The two goals were the only two shots on target for Uruguay who will also play at the World Cup, grouped with Portugal, Ghana and South Korea.Article content
Captain Atiba Hutchinson was not at the camp, nursing an injury sustained in the preseason with his club team in Turkey. Hutchinson, 39, is the veteran leader of the team and will be in Qatar if healthy.
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