Canada’s flag football teams had successful starts at the IFAF World Championship in Düsseldorf, Germany. The Canadian women’s team triumphed over Panama in their opening match, with quarterback Sara Parker throwing four touchdowns. They extended their winning streak by defeating Brazil with a dominant 36-6 victory. Marianne Quirion and Frédérique Morneau also made significant contributions to the team’s success.
On the other hand, the Canadian men’s team secured a solid 26-6 win against Austria, led by quarterback Michael O’Connor’s impressive performance. Apart from aiming for the world title, both Canadian teams are eyeing qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The top two teams from the championship will secure spots for the Olympics, marking the sport’s debut on the Olympic program.
The Canadian teams will conclude the group stage by facing Japan on Friday. The men’s match is scheduled for 2 a.m. ET, followed by the women’s game at 4:30 a.m. ET. Viewers can catch all the action live on CBCSports.ca and CBC Gem. Additionally, the Canadian men’s team received an automatic win against Nigeria, who withdrew from the tournament due to visa complications.