Richie Laryea and Sophie Schmidt made history by becoming the first Canadians ever to simultaneously win MLS and NWSL Player of the Week honors. Laryea was named MLS Player of the Week after he tallied one goal and two assists for Toronto FC. Houston Dash midfielder Schmidt scored, had an assist and played a crucial role in the Dash’s third goal to defeat Orlando Pride, earning herself Budweiser Woman of the Week.
Both of the Canadians showed off their composure and creative abilities, and they are both, without a doubt, representing their nation one accolade at a time.
Richie Laryea pic.twitter.com/MTdV3ODOVS
— Canada Soccer (@CanadaSoccerEN) September 28, 2020
We know this was rude of Richie, but do the polite thing and vote @RichieLaryea_’s brilliance for @MLS Goal of the Week #TFCLive
— Toronto FC (@TorontoFC) September 28, 2020
@sophieschmidt13 had herself a day
The @HoustonDash midfielder scored, had an assist, and played a role in the club's third goal to earn @budweiserusa Woman of the Week honors. #NWSLFallSeries pic.twitter.com/R3XgbeNQJY— NWSL (@NWSL) September 28, 2020
Canadian soccer looking mighty bright
— CBC Sports (@cbcsports) September 28, 2020
