Analysis - World Cup hangover brings Canada new headaches


Jun 27, 2015; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Canada players salute the fans after losing to England in the quarterfinals of the FIFA 2015 Women's World Cup at BC Place Stadium. England won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kryger-USA TODAY Sports

VANCOUVER (Reuters) - Canada awoke with a Women's World Cup hangover on Sunday, while England supporters prepared to party on as their team headed to Edmonton and a showdown with Japan for a spot in the championship final.

The semi-final clash between the defending champions and surprise package England scheduled for Wednesday was timed to be a July 1 Canada Day celebration with the host team providing the sporting fireworks.

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