Canada defender Sydney Collins misses the Olympics after leg fracture | OneFootball

The Canadian Women’s National Team made a late change to their Olympic roster on Saturday.

North Carolina Courage defender Sydney Collins will miss the summer games after fracturing her left leg in a closed-door session against Nigeria.

Gabrielle Carle has subsequently been called up as the replacement. Desiree Scott is now an alternate.

“Our hearts go out to Sydney during this difficult time. She has worked incredibly hard to return in time for Paris 2024, and while this is a setback, we know she will come back stronger. She will be with us in spirit every step of the way, ” said head coach Bev Priestman.

“With the depth and resilience of our roster, it’s a next-player-up mentality, and both Gabby and Desiree’s experience will be invaluable to our team’s success.”

Collins was finally returning to action following a fracture to her right leg sustained in February 2024 before this new injury.

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