Simeon Jackson became only the second Canadian ever to hit a treble in World Cup qualifying.
VIDEO: Canada hat-trick joy for Norwich City’s Jackson
Monday, October 10, 2011
11:27 AM
Norwich City striker Simeon Jackson smashed a stunning first-half hat-trick in Canada’s 7-0 win over St Lucia on Friday.
The win, which is the biggest in Canada’s history, saw Jackson become only the second Canadian ever to hit a treble in World Cup qualifying, emulating former West Ham striker Alex Banbury.
The Canucks now sit top of their CONCACAF Stage II World Cup 2014 qualifying group with a maximum nine points from three games.
Playing on a converted cricket pitch in St Lucia, Jackson opened the scoring in the 19th minute, with a neat lob over the goalkeeper. Ten minutes later, Jackson, who started on the right side of midfield, made it two after Adam Straith nudged a ball into his path following a corner.
Jackson then completed his hat-trick in the 34th minute making it 4-0 on what was a memorable night for the City man. Braces from Iain Hume and Olivier Occean completed the rout for Canada, who face Puerto Rico next tomorow.
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5 comments
Moderators, "Hartfelt" was deliberate. Canada... Manager.... Hart. I am so humble I made the pages of your journal, nevertheless. Carry on Plagiarising. Also encouraging that you recognise the value of Timbo. OTBC.
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Mad Brewer
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
It's good to see him htting the net cgularly,regardless of the game, it can't be a bad thing for Mr Jackson. We have yet to see if he can out-turn a Premiership defence and be the first to the lose ball in the area.
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Swiss Canary
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Keep the goals coming Simeon, and please dont get injured!
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MBA Marine
Monday, October 10, 2011
With Vaughan out for a while this could be Jackson's moment.
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Timbo
Monday, October 10, 2011
Well, it was only St. Lucia but goals are goals. What might it do for Simeon`s confidence? Hartfelt thanks to the Canada manager. Interesting Jackson was operating in midfield. PL misses nothing so no need to advise him!
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Mad Brewer
Monday, October 10, 2011