WHY CAPTAIN AND TOP SCORER CHRISTINE SINCLAIR DIDN'T SHOOT PENALTY TO TIE MATCH? Sweden edge Canada to set up a quarter-final against Germany
Blackstenius goal and Lindahl penalty save proved decisive
WATCH: Match highlights and post-match press conference
18:38 24/06
Blackstenius, Lindahl send Sweden through
Canada had the better of the first 30 minutes, but once Sweden found their rhythm, they took control. Stina Blackstenius rounded off a rapid counter-attack to put the Europeans ahead, but they required a brilliant penalty save from Hedvig Lindahl to secure the 1-0 victory and move into the quarter-finals.Next upGermany v Sweden: Quarter-finals, Roazhon Park, Rennes, 29 June, 18:30
18:18 24/06
Eriksson euphoric
18:14 24/06
Heiner-Moller proud of performance
“We got the one counter wrong,” said Kenneth Heiner-Moller. “That’s all you need to get wrong in these matches. The story of the game was going in our favour. We were getting closer and closer. We had these final passes that were not really on point. I was thinking it would come. [I’m disappointed] with the result, but not the performance. I’m proud of this team.”
18:09 24/06
Playing your way out of trouble
“Above all I am proud of the players," said Sweden coach Peter Gerhardsson in the post-match press conference. "There’s a courage in trying to play your way out of situations. I did feel we made use of that positively. Kosovare’s pass, Stina’s decisiveness, Hedvig’s save, there were a lot of heroes towards the end of the match too.”
17:58 24/06
Canadian musician prepares Swedish tactician
“I had the best preparation here today you can have for a match,” said Peter Gerhardsson in the post-match press conference. “I listened to four Neil Young albums, who is Canada’s top performer. That’s how I prepared.”.”
17:53 24/06
Pure joy for Lindahl
“If they doubted I can make any penalty saves, that proved them wrong," said Hedvig Lindahl in the post-match press conference. "I had to stretch fully and it worked. I was really happy, actually. It was pure joy. We’ve got a lot more energy because of that.”Pure joy for Lindahl
“If they doubted I can make any penalty saves, that proved them wrong," said Hedvig Lindahl in the post-match press conference. "I had to stretch fully and it worked. I was really happy, actually. It was pure joy. We’ve got a lot more energy because of that.”
17:41 24/06
What a feeling!
17:25 24/06
Goalkeepers continue to thrive
How many excellent goalkeeping performances are we going to see at France 2019?Portland pride in CS12
Christine Sinclair produced some wonderful touches at the Parc des Princes, but it wasn't to be for the legendary Canadian. Her club, nonetheless, couldn't have been prouder.
17:17 24/06
An unwanted first for Canada
Canada failed to score in a knockout-phase game for the first time in the FIFA Women's World Cup.
17:12 24/06
Unreal!
17:06 24/06
Sweden escape the same hurdleSweden, who were eliminated in the Round of 16 in 2015 by Germany, avoid falling at the same stage.
17:01 24/06
Swedes rally to go through
It was all about the second half for the Swedes in Paris. The quick thinking of Asllani and the Blackstenius goal changed the tone of the game. After that we saw a more confident, creative Sweden. But it could have all been for nothing when Canada got a penalty. However, veteran Hedvig Lindahl showed just why she is considered one of the best goalkeepers in Swedish football history and made a brilliant save - and when it mattered the most. A huge confidence boost for the Swedes as they head into the quarter-finals.
16:59 24/06
Player of the Match
16:59 24/06
Player of the Match
16:59 24/06
Mona Yeganegi
Mona Yeganegi Out with pride
Canada have been eliminated by Sweden in a game that was energetic, intense and exciting. Despite a strong start for Canada in the first half, Sweden gained control and created several dangerous opportunities. The second half followed a similar pattern with Sweden stabilising Canada, after which they applied pressure. With Canada pushing forward, the Swedes were ready to pounce on the opportunity from a counter-attack and scored. Canada’s players were visibly shaken, especially after a missed penalty. Regardless, this Canadian team and all Canadians should be mightily proud of their performances at France 2019.
16:57 24/06
Sweden
Statistics
Canada 
45%
55%
Ball possession
Attempts 9 Attempts 9 2 On-Target 2 6 Off-Target 5 1 Blocked 2
Disciplinary 12 Fouls Committed 5 2 Yellow cards 1 0 Second Yellow Card leading to Red Card 0 0 Red Cards 0
Attacking 3 Corners 8 3 Offsides 2 7 Free kicks 15 2 Saves 1
The referee brings the second period to an end.
16:57 24/06
Sweden
Statistics
Canada
45%
55%
| Attempts | ||
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Attempts | 9 |
| 2 | On-Target | 2 |
| 6 | Off-Target | 5 |
| 1 | Blocked | 2 |
| Disciplinary | ||
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Fouls Committed | 5 |
| 2 | Yellow cards | 1 |
| 0 | Second Yellow Card leading to Red Card | 0 |
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 |
| Attacking | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Corners | 8 |
| 3 | Offsides | 2 |
| 7 | Free kicks | 15 |
| 2 | Saves | 1 |
The referee brings the second period to an end.
16:51 24/06
Saviour Schmidt
Sophie Schmidt redeems herself with a fine, last-ditch challenge on Kosovare Allani.
90'+4' 25 Jun 2019
Anna ANVEGARD (in) comes off the bench to replace Stina BLACKSTENIUS (out) (Sweden)
90'+4' 25 Jun 2019
Anna ANVEGARD (in) comes off the bench to replace Stina BLACKSTENIUS (out) (Sweden)
16:49 24/06
Sinclair keeps trying
Christine Sinclair, whose touches have oozed class when she's got on the ball, does well down the right to set up Sophie Schmidt, who blazes over from just inside the area.
16:47 24/06
Penalty record
22 penalties have been awarded at France 2019 - a joint-record for a FIFA Women's World Cup alongside Canada 2015.
89' 25 Jun 2019
Lina HURTIG (in) comes off the bench to replace Fridolina ROLFO (out) (Sweden)
86' 25 Jun 2019
Desiree SCOTT (Canada) pulls off a save.
The No11, with her goalkeeper beaten, crucially hacks the ball away from a goal which would have all but put the game to bed.
16:41 24/06
Sweden
Statistics at 85'
Canada
85' 25 Jun 2019
Kadeisha BUCHANAN (Canada) is booked by the referee.
89' 25 Jun 2019
Lina HURTIG (in) comes off the bench to replace Fridolina ROLFO (out) (Sweden)
86' 25 Jun 2019
Desiree SCOTT (Canada) pulls off a save.
The No11, with her goalkeeper beaten, crucially hacks the ball away from a goal which would have all but put the game to bed.
16:41 24/06
Sweden
Statistics at 85'
Canada
85' 25 Jun 2019
Kadeisha BUCHANAN (Canada) is booked by the referee.
16:41 24/06
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