Shaffelburg's brace leads Canada to 2-0 friendly win over Peru in Montreal

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Jacob Shaffelburg scored twice in the first half to lead Canada to a 2-0 friendly victory over Peru on Saturday in Montreal. Shaffelburg netted in the 19th and 35th minutes before a sellout crowd of 19,619 at Stade Saputo. Canada dominated possession and outshot Peru 17-4, following up a 1-0 win over Chile last week. Canada coach Jesse Marsch made nine substitutions at once in the 62nd minute, and goalkeeper Owen Goodman debuted. Several players were absent due to injury, including Alphonso Davies, who was on his honeymoon.


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