Bev Priestman Out as Canada Women's Soccer Coach After 2024 Paris Olympics Drone-Spying Scandal Investigation

Nov 12, 2024, 08:14 PM

An independent investigation into Canada Soccer has revealed that the coaching staff of the women's national team was directed to engage in spying activities during the 2024 Paris Olympics. The report, released by Canada Soccer, indicated that this behavior was approved and condoned, although the obtained footage was never shown to the players. Following these findings, Bev Priestman has been removed from her position as head coach of the women's team. Additionally, three individuals currently suspended by FIFA will not return to their roles, prompting the federation to commence a search for a new head coach. The investigation has raised questions about the involvement of former head coach John Herdman, who was not interviewed during the inquiry. The findings are expected to have significant implications for the organization as it seeks to address the fallout from the scandal.