The women’s international friendly between Canada and Iceland is scheduled to be contested at the Pinatar Arena, Murcia, Spain on November 29, Friday. Canada have settled for a 1-1 draw against Spain in their last friendly match. Meanwhile, Iceland are coming off after back-to-back defeats against the United States. The upcoming match is expected to be an intriguing clash as both teams are looking to earn success.
Canada W vs Iceland W: Match Preview
Canada are coming off to the match in solid form. In their most recent match against Spain women, Marie-Yasmine Alidou provided the breakthrough by scoring a goal in the 49th minute. Unfortunately, their lead slipped away late in the game as Cristina Martin-Prieto scored the equalizer in the penultimate minute. Speaking of Canada’s Last five matches, they have secured victories in the first three matches and were held to draws in the other two. Their consistency makes them a stronger opponent for any team.
On the flip side, Iceland also started strong in their last five outings, claiming three victories in the UEFA Women’s Championship Qualifiers. Regrettably, their momentum faltered later as they suffered consecutive defeats against the United States in international friendlies. They will look to improve in their defense against a tough opponent like Canada.
Canada W vs Iceland W: Head-to-Head
The women’s team of Canada and Iceland have faced each other twice, both encounters taking place during the Algarve Cup. This is an invitational tournament for national teams in women’s association football hosted by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF). Canada women emerged victorious in one match while the other match ended in a draw.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 27/02/2019 | Canada W 0-0 Iceland W | POR Algarve Cup |
| 08/03/2016 | Canada W 1-0 Iceland W | POR Algarve Cup |
Canada W vs Iceland W: Team News and Predicted lineups
The official lineups and team news are yet to be announced. However, according to the recent matches, both sides are expected to field a strong squad, focusing on their key players to secure a win.
Canada W Predicted Lineup
Jade Rose, Vanessa Gilles, Kadeisha Buchanan, Ashley Lawrence, Janine Beckie, Jessie Fleming (c), Simi Awujo, Olivia Smith, Evelyne Viens, Jordyn Huitema, Kailen Sheridan
Iceland W Predicted Lineup
Cecilía Rúnarsdóttir, Ingibjörg Sigurðardóttir, Glodis Viggosdottir, Gudrun Arnardottir, Guony Arnadottir, Karólína Lea Vilhjálmsdóttir, Hildur Antonsdóttir, Selma Magnusdottir, Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir, Hlin Eiriksdottir, Emilía Ásgeirsdóttir
Canada W vs Iceland W: Match Prediction
Canada women are the favourites heading into the clash against Iceland as they come into the game with a slight edge, having been unbeaten in their last five matches.Their head to head record against Iceland is also notable, despite having faced each other only twice thus far. Iceland, despite two recent defeats, have shown their prowess in their UEFACW Q matches and they are expected to pose a challenge if they regain their solid form.
Canada W vs Iceland W Predicted Result: 2-1 Canada W
