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Tom Beattie

Canadian soccer legend snubbed in final game before retirement as fans hit out

Canada's all-time appearance record holder Atiba Hutchinson had to watch from the sidelines for what was his final game for his country.

The 40-year-old veteran midfielder called time on his international career after making 104 appearances for the nation prior to the CONCACAF Nations League final versus the United States. However, the long-serving Besiktas star was unable to extend the appearances record he has held since 2021 after coach John Herdman failed to use him from the bench.

He made his debut for Canada back in 2003, being named the country's player of the year on six occassions during an international career that lasted 20 years. The highlight, however, came when the Ontario-born ace led his country to the World Cup in 2022 in Qatar, captaining the side in the tournament, while also becoming the oldest outfield player at the finals.

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