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Shaffelburg’s Brace Powers Canada to 2-0 Friendly Win Over Peru
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Match Summary
On October 3, 2026, Canada faced Peru at Stade Saputo in Montreal. Jacob Shaffelburg scored both goals in the first half, giving the Canadians a 2-0 victory. The opening goal came in the 19th minute after Liam Millar delivered a cross that Daniel Jebbison flicked to Shaffelburg, who finished at the back post. A second cross from Millar was partially saved by debutant Peru goalkeeper Diego Romero, allowing Shaffelburg to head home in the 35th minute. Canada’s goalkeeper Owen Goodman also made his senior debut, keeping a clean sheet despite a few early touches. The match was played before a sell-out crowd of 19,619.
Tactical Overview & Statistics
Canada dominated possession and shot volume. The team held 61 percent possession and outshot Peru 17-4, with a 3-0 advantage on shots on target. Canada’s aggressive start was highlighted by early pressure and quick ball movement, contributing to the early goals.
Player Highlights
- Jacob Shaffelburg – The Los Angeles FC winger recorded his ninth goal for the national team, both coming from close-range finishes.
- “We started the game very well, we were very aggressive, had a lot of the ball,” — Liam Millar.
- Owen Goodman – Made his senior debut in goal, settling after a few tentative moments and preserving the shutout.
- Samuel Piette – Celebrated a homecoming in Montreal, earning his 70th cap after a long absence; he reflected on his fitness and the rising quality of the squad “I still have the legs, I'm still able to perform at the level of the national team,” — Samuel Piette, CF montreal captain.
Official Statements & Responses
Head coach Jesse Marsch praised the team’s identity, clarity, and talent, saying Canada could control matches and make opponents look “bad.” He added that the side could have scored more and that the coaching staff would continue to adjust and capitalize on moments. Millar’s comment about the aggressive start was echoed in the post-match briefing, reinforcing the view that Canada executed their game plan effectively.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I thought that we dictated the pace and and and the way the game was played from the beginning… we feel like we could have come away with even more,” — Jesse Marsch, head coach
- “We started the game very well, we were very aggressive, had a lot of the ball,” — Liam Millar
- “I still have the legs, I'm still able to perform at the level of the national team,” — Samuel Piette, CF montreal captain
Upcoming Fixture
Canada’s next assignment in the September-October international window is a friendly against the United States in St. Paul, Minnesota, scheduled for Tuesday. The match will conclude the three-game series before the team returns for the Nations League quarter-finals in November.