Volf Soccer Academy win tense penalty shootout

After late drama, the Canadians were finally able to celebrate at SKF Arena. – It means everything to me. I've wanted to win and play in the Gothia Cup since I was five years old, says Charlotte Passmore.

Alnö IF from Sweden made a strong start to the final day at SKF Arena. Just a few minutes into the game, Canadian side Volf Soccer Academy hit the crossbar, but Alnö took the lead in the following attack.
– We were 1–0 down, but we worked together as a team to come back, says Charlotte Passmore, named player of the match.

Alnö went into half-time with the lead and stayed solid in defence for most of the second half. Volf Soccer Academy kept up a high pace, and the equaliser came when Ava Schroer struck a powerful long-range shot straight into the top corner.
– It was a tough match. They were really good and made it difficult for us all the way, says the goalkeeper.

After a 1–1 draw in regular time, the match went to penalties. Both teams scored well-taken spot-kicks, but the decider came in sudden death. Charlotte Passmore in the Volf goal saved Alnö’s seventh penalty and secured the win.
– It means everything to me. I've wanted to win and play in the Gothia Cup since I was five years old, says Charlotte Passmore.