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Canada 4-4-2 Jesse Marsch
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Starters
- 1 D. St.Clair
- 22 R. Laryea
- 4 K. Miller
- 5 J. Waterman
- 23 N. Sigur
- 20 A. Ahmed
- 6 M. Choiniere
- 19 N. Saliba
- 17 T. Buchanan
- 9 C. Larin
- 7 J. David
Substitutes
2 J. Marshall-Rutty- 3 R. Priso
- 8 I. Kone
- 10 J. Hoilett
- 11 L. Millar
12 T. Oluwaseyi- 13 D. Cornelius
- 14 A. Pepple
- 15 L. De Fougerolles
- 16 M. Crepeau
- 18 O. Goodman
- 21 J. Osorio
- 24 D. Jebbison
- 25 J. Russell-Rowe
- 26 M. Flores
Iceland 4-2-3-1
Starters
1 E. Olafsson
4 V. Palsson
5 S. I. Ingason
7 H. Haraldsson
8 I. Johannesson
9 O. Oskarsson
11 J. Thorsteinsson
19 M. E. Ellertsson- 20 K. Hlynsson
22 B. Willumsson
23 H. Magnusson
Substitutes
- 2 L. Tomasson
- 3 H. Hermannsson
6 A. F. Baldursson- 10 G. Sigurdsson
- 12 H. R. Valdimarsson
- 13 A. Einarsson
- 14 K. M. Ingason
- 15 D. Thorhallsson
16 S. T. Thordarson- 17 A. Gunnarsson
- 18 M. Anderson
21 A. Sigurdsson
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Match Statistics
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5 Shots on Goal 3
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6 Shots off Goal 1
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15 Total Shots 4
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4 Blocked Shots 0
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9 Shots insidebox 3
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6 Shots outsidebox 1
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15 Fouls 4
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8 Corner Kicks 1
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0 Offsides 5
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56% Ball Possession 44%
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0 Yellow Cards 2
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1 Red Cards 0
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1 Goalkeeper Saves 3
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429 Total passes 338
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328 Passes accurate 240
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76% Passes % 71%
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0 expected_goals 0
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0 goals_prevented 0
Head-to-Head Stats
Recent Matches
- 2020-01-16 Iceland 1 - 0 Canada
- 2026-03-28 Canada 2 - 2 Iceland
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1. Match Summary
The match between Canada and Iceland ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw. Iceland took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half through a brace from Orri Steinn Óskarsson. However, Canada mounted a spirited comeback in the second half, fueled by two penalties converted by Jonathan David. A late red card for Tajon Buchanan added drama to the final stages of the game, but Canada held on for the draw. The match was characterized by Canadian dominance in possession and attacking statistics, but Iceland proved clinical in their early chances.
2. Team Performance Analysis
Canada: Canada dominated the statistical categories, showcasing their attacking intent. They had significantly more shots on goal (5 vs 2), total shots (15 vs 2), shots inside the box (9 vs 2), corner kicks (8 vs 0), and ball possession (57% vs 43%). Their passing accuracy (77%) was also higher than Iceland's (71%). However, their inability to convert chances in open play until the penalties were awarded, and the costly red card, were significant drawbacks. The high number of fouls (15) suggests a degree of frustration and potentially aggressive tackling. The lack of saves needed from Dayne St. Clair indicates Iceland's shots were often off target or easily dealt with.
Iceland: Iceland played a more defensive and counter-attacking game. They were highly efficient in the first half, capitalizing on their opportunities to score twice from limited attacks. Their defensive structure, while ultimately breached, held firm for a significant portion of the match. The lack of shots off target and inside the box demonstrates their focus on quality over quantity. The low foul count (2) suggests a disciplined approach, although they did receive two yellow cards. Elías Ólafsson in goal was crucial, making 3 saves to keep Canada at bay for a long period. The high number of offsides (5) suggests Iceland were caught out trying to play on the break.