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Casey Stoney is officially the new head coach of the Canada women’s national team, as The Equalizer reported on Friday.
Stoney takes over as head coach after being fired from her post as San Diego Wave head coach in June. Canada had been without a head coach since the removal of Bev Priestman on the eve of the 2024 Olympics due to a drone spying scandal. An investigation led to the ousting of Priestman in November and evidence of long-term, widespread cheating.
“Canada has a proud tradition in women’s football, and I am excited to work with such a talented group of players,” Stoney said in a statement. “Together with the federation’s new leadership, we will strive to build on past successes and continue to grow the sport in Canada on and off the field. I look forward to the journey ahead and to engaging with the incredible passion of Canadian soccer fans.”
Canada Soccer has publicly endured financial struggles in recent years. Per the federation’s press release, “Stoney’s…
