Canada faces Nigeria in Women’s World Cup tonight

It’s a big day for soccer fans. The Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand is getting underway, and Canada has its first match Thursday night.

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Sabrina D’Angelo from Welland is the team’s backup netminder, and her folks are excited for this veteran player to once again take the world stage.

As Matt Ingram reports the popularity of soccer in our region is growing, and many fans are excited for the tournament.