Samuel Piette's emotional farewell as Canada beats Peru in Montreal

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Canadian midfielder Samuel Piette received an emotional tribute in what may have been his final appearance for the national team, captaining the side in a 2-0 victory over Peru in Montreal on Saturday. Piette, earning his 70th cap, delivered a pre-match speech and entered the game in the 66th minute to a standing ovation, with coach Jesse Marsch orchestrating a special substitution to ensure the veteran was celebrated properly. The 31-year-old Quebec native expressed gratitude for the warm reception from Montreal fans. Canada's win, sealed by a Jacob Shaffelburg brace, was its first in Montreal since 2017. Goalkeeper Owen Goodman earned a clean sheet in his debut, and Canada will face the United States on Tuesday.


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