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Desiree Scott final match for Canada
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A Farewell to “The Destroyer”

Desiree Scott plays her final match for Canada on May 31st.

Keith Observer of Football

Tomorrow marks a historic moment for Canadian soccer—and an emotional one for the city of Winnipeg—as hometown hero Desiree “The Destroyer” Scott takes the pitch one final time for the Canada Women’s National Team.

Set against the backdrop of a highly anticipated international friendly against Haiti at Princess Auto Stadium, this match is more than just a game—it’s a celebration of a legacy. For over a decade, Desiree Scott has been a relentless force in the midfield. She’s a leader on and off the field, and a beacon of inspiration for generations of young athletes across Manitoba and the country.

“The Destroyer” Comes Home

Desiree Scott was born and raised in Winnipeg. Her soccer journey began on local fields in freezing winters, scalding summers and everything in between. In this environment she developed the grit, determination, and tenacity that would earn her the nickname “The Destroyer.” That same drive carried her to the world’s biggest stages:

  • Two-time Olympic Bronze Medalist with the Canadian National Team (2012, 2016)
  • FIFA Women’s World Cup appearances in 2011, 2015, and 2019
  • Played in 212 matches for Canada (senior and youth levels)
  • Key contributor for the NWSL’s Utah Royals (38 games) and Kansas City Current (44 games)
  • Manitoba’s Female Athlete of the Year
  • Recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal

Tomorrow’s match is more than just a farewell—it’s a homecoming. A full-circle moment. The cheers from her hometown fans will echo the gratitude of a province and a nation that watched her grow from a promising local talent into an international icon.

A Legacy On and Off the Pitch

Beyond her accomplishments on the field, Scott has remained deeply rooted in her community. When Canada launched it’s first ever professional league for women, the Northern Super League, she signed on with the Ottawa Rapid.

She has been a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion, and youth development in sport—working with local clubs and mentoring young players to help pave the way for the next generation.

As the final whistle approaches on her international career, Desiree Scott’s legacy is cemented not just in medals and milestones, but in the hearts of those she’s inspired. Her journey is a powerful reminder that greatness can begin anywhere—even on the frozen fields of Winnipeg.

You can stream the Northern Super League on ESPN+

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