London’s Jessie Fleming played a perfect through ball from beyond midfield which lead to the game winning goal as Canada beat New Zealand 2-1 to open the Olympics in St Etienne France.
With the match tied 1-1, Fleming, Canada’s Captain, set up Evelyne Viens in the 79th minute who scored the winner.
The reigning Olympic champions trailed 1-0 after 13 minutes but pulled even just prior to half on a goal by Cloe Lacasse.
London defender Shelina Zadorsky came in as a substitute in the 94th minute.
After picking up a big three points, their next match is Sunday against France.