Canada vs. Curaçao in Nations League: What you need to know
After going on strike over a pay dispute, Canada returns to the pitch on Thursday vs. Curaçao in Vancouver.
What a week it has been for the Canadian soccer men's team.
The men's side went on strike and refused to train over a pay dispute with Canada Soccer, which led to the cancellation of last Sunday's friendly against Panama.
But with a pair of Concacaf Nations League qualifying matches looming, Canada Soccer engaged in contract talks with the players over the past few days. That resulted in them heading back onto the training ground, and this week's Nations League match going ahead as planned.
Here’s what you need to know about Thursday's game (10:30 p.m. ET) between Canada and Curaçao at BC Place in Vancouver.
