Canada was eliminated Sunday after a 3-0 (25-18, 25-21, 25-21) loss to the United States in the Round of 16 at the FIVB volleyball women's world championship in Bangkok.

Canada struggled early with managing the Americans' defence, going 0-7 in blocking points in the first set, with the U.S. leading in blocks over the three sets (11-6). The U.S. also led in kills (42-38).

Canada had one more ace (4-3) but gave up more points to errors (19-12).

Opposite Anna Smrek led Canada with 12 points. Canada was without veteran starters Kiera Van Ryk, Alexa Gray and setter Brie O'Reilly. WATCH | Canada battles U.S. in Round of 16:

Canada battles the U.S. at the Volleyball Women's World Championship 4 hours ago Canada looks for a spot in the quarters as it faces the United States in the Round o

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