Soccer-Marsch delighted with intelligent Canada performance against Chile

Jun 29, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Canada head coach Jesse Marsch before the game against Chile at Inter&Co Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) - Canada sealed qualification for their first-ever Copa America quarter-finals in a drab 0-0 draw with Chile on Saturday, as manager Jesse Marsch praised his side for playing intelligently and closing out the match against 10 men.

Despite having a man's advantage for over two-thirds of the contest, Canada were cautious in attack and worked hard to contain their opponents.