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Originally Posted by JHikka
Makes a bit more sense than the assumption most people had during the game which was that the manager had lined up Beckie for the PS over Sinclair. Good on Sinclair for being open to the idea but I think if you've scored as many goals as she has she should be the one stepping up to take it in the R16 of a World Cup. Oh well
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Sinclair explains why she offered PK to Beckie: 'That kid is fearless'
Following Canada's defeat to Sweden, Christine Sinclair spoke to TSN's Laura Diakun and shed some light on why she gave the penalty shot to Janine Beckie, shared what she said to her after the game and spoke about her future beyond the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Beckie on penalty kick: 'Christine actually asked me if I wanted to take it'
Janine Beckie spoke with TSN's Laura Diakun following Canada's Round of 16 defeat against Sweden and explained what her thoughts were on her penalty kick that was saved and how Christine Sinclair was the one who offered her the opportunity to take the shot.