GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) Jamaica got an early goal from Shaun Francis and led the rest of the way, holding off Canada 2-1 in the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Thursday night.
Romario Williams put Jamaica up 2-0 five minutes into the second half.
Canada’s David Junior Hoilett scored on a soaring shot from well beyond the penalty area in the 61st minute.
In the semifinals Sunday at the Rose Bowl, Jamaica will face the winner of the second game of the Thursday night doubleheader between Mexico and Honduras.
Mexico beat Jamaica 3-1 in the Gold Cup championship match two years ago.