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The home side have the better record going into the match, and are currently ranked 26th while Canada are listed 88th. The visitors will be look to contain Ukraine’s strikers by relying heavily on experienced defenders, and may debut younger players in attack.

Canadian coach Stephen Hart has a chance to see what his side are capable of against strong European competition. The North American side are missing several star players currently playing in MLS. Canada will still have plenty of experienced players on the field, led by captain Paul Stalteri.

Ukraine are favourites to win this match, and have the added advantage of having the vast majority of their players compete in the country’s domestic league. The team is also unbeaten in three matches, and has excellent attacking leadership in striker Andriy Shevchenko.

Canada may field new players in attack with Marcus Haber and Julian Uccello. The team is coming off their first win in five games against Honduras last month. The absence of star players will definitely hurt Canada, but the opportunity to play a team with such stature away will provide important experience for the side.

Ukraine missed out on the last World Cup, and need to solidify their team confidence before they compete for an international tournament. A win is required to keep their momentum going.

Ukraine vs Canada Match Report

Canada stunned Ukraine with a two goal lead at the half, prompting major changes from the opponents. Ukraine were favourites ahead of the match, but were only able to finish as equals to the North American visitors.

Ukraine completely underestimated their Canadian opponents in their 2-2 draw. The friendly match was intended to give Canada experience playing a better side, but it was the visitors who looked more experience with an early lead in the game.

Canada went ahead in the 12th minute with a well-struck ball from Simeon Jackson to beat keeper Andriy Piatov. The home side were in disarray, allowing Atiba Hutchinson to add insult to injury in the 29th minute and score in a one-on-one against Piatov.

The national fans at the stadium in Kiev were saved from humiliation when their side clawed back two goals in the second half. Oleg Gusev’s shot rebounded off the post in the 59th minute for teammate Artem Milevsky to tap in. Canadian keeper Lars Hirschfeld was beaten by Anatoliy Tymoschuk in the 80th minute to tie up the match.

Canada’s attack was superb, but the team will need to work on keeping possession when leading. Coach Stephen Hart can be proud of his men, but the same cannot be said for Ukraine.

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