Canada’s Captain Marie-Philip Poulin Misses Game Against Finland Due to Injury
Canadian women’s hockey captain Marie-Philip Poulin missed the Olympic match against Finland due to a lower-body injury. She was injured during a previous game against Czechia, which Canada won 5-1. Poulin also sat out the subsequent match, where Canada lost 5-0 to the United States.
Injury Update on Marie-Philip Poulin
Hockey coach Troy Ryan provided a brief update on Poulin’s condition. He stated, “No really big update at the moment.” He noted that she skated with medical staff and coaches but is not yet ready to play. Ryan expressed optimism that extra recovery time would benefit her.
Match Context
The game between Canada and Finland carries significant implications, as it determines second place in Group A. This match was initially scheduled before the Olympic opening ceremonies but was delayed due to norovirus cases among the Finnish team.
Upcoming Schedule
- Next Olympic Match: Canada is set to compete in the quarterfinals on Saturday.
- Poulin’s Status: Expected to return, though the exact timeline remains uncertain.
Poulin is the leading active scorer in Olympic women’s hockey, underscoring her importance to the Canadian team. The hope is that she will make a timely recovery to aid her team in the upcoming quarterfinal match.
