Canadian women’s national team captain Christine Sinclair was presented with the Best FIFA Special Award on Monday.
The award honours the attacker as the world’s leading all-time international scorer with 188 goals.
But for Sinclair, it’s never been about the spotlight, despite being the face of Canada Soccer since she joined the senior national team in 2000.
“What truly matters most is the moments I’ve shared and the connections I’ve made,” she said. “From celebrating with an entire country to experiencing the heartbreak of defeat with those closest to me.”
Growing the game is also a priority for the 2010-2019 Canada Soccer Player of the Decade.