Host Germany takes care of Canada in opener

Germany has made a grand start to the Women's World Cup, defeating Canada 2-1 before a capacity crowd of 73,680 at Olympic Stadium.
Jun 29, 2011, 01:22 am - Associated Press

Match Timeline

Germany
Canada
  • KO
  • 10
  • 42
  • HT
  • 45+2
  • 45
  • 56
  • 65
  • 71
  • 80
  • 82
  • FT
  • 90+4
  • 90+4

Match Commentary

90'+4'
Second Half ends, Germany 2, Canada 1.
90'+4'
Match ends, Germany 2, Canada 1.
90'+2'
Attempt missed. Kim Kulig (Germany) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right.
Match Stats
GERCAN
Possession
49%
5149
51%
Shots on Goal
9
1
Shot Attempts
21
6
Yellow Cards
2
0
Corner Kicks
5
6
Saves
0
7