Canada Women's Soccer Team Defeats France In Dramatic Stoppage Time

Canadian naval ensign is hoisted on the deck of the Royal Canadian Navy's HMCS Calgary at the U.S. naval base in Yokosuka

The Canadian women’s soccer team secured a thrilling victory against host country France in a Group A match held in Saint-Étienne, France. The intense game ended with a dramatic goal by Canadian defender Vanessa Gilles during the 12th minute of stoppage time, breaking the 1-1 tie and sealing the win for Canada.

This crucial victory has kept Canada's chances alive for advancing to the knockout stage, despite facing a six-point deduction imposed by FIFA due to a scandal involving a staff member. The staff member in question flew a drone to film an opponent's closed-door training sessions, resulting in the penalty.