KANSAS CITY, SEPT 8: Canada scored their first away win over the United States in 67 years on Saturday with a 2-1 friendly international victory over their North American rivals in Kansas City.
Goals from Jacob Shaffelburg and Jonathan David handed the Canadians their first win over the Americans on US soil since a 3-2 World Cup qualifying win in St. Louis in 1957.
The result was no less than Canada coach Jesse Marsch's well-organised team deserved, and only a string of fine saves from US goalkeeper Patrick Schulte prevented a heavier defeat.
The loss was another downbeat note in what has been a gloomy few months for the US, however, following their first-round exit at the Copa America in July, which prompted the sacking of head coach Gregg Berhalter.
Reports on Saturday said former Tottenham, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino is poised to take over as US coach, with his appointment set to be confirmed imminently.
But the scale of the task facing the former Argentina international was highlighted by a Canada side who dominated for long periods at Children's Mercy Park.
Meanwhile, Canada coach Marsch, who was interviewed for the USA men's job before Berhalter was reappointed in 2023, could not hide his delight with his team's display.
"I'd rather coach our team right now, 100% no questions asked," Marsch said after the win.
"You can see the mentality that has been developed. You can see the way this team plays. You can see how much they love playing for the national team. —AFP
