TORONTO - Canada, playing a man down for 84 minutes, showed great character in holding No. 13 Ecuador to a 0-0 draw in a men's soccer friendly Thursday.

The game turned in the sixth minute when winger Ali Ahmed was sent off for a reckless challenge.

In the wake of the ejection, No. 28 Canada defended resolutely while looking to counter attack. Ecuador passed and probed but could not take advantage.

The Canadians kept their shape in a second half that grew chippier by the moment. And despite being a man down, they looked dangerous when they were able to attack.

The South Americans had scoring chances, but not too many. And when not attacking, they indulged in gamesmanship, going down very easily.

The game at BMO Field, where the Canadian men will kick off their World Cup on June 12, ma

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