Soccer in Canada | Canada Hosting the 2026 World Cup

[elly63]

No one is stopping you from posting your Fantasy League but there's a reason why they call it Fantasy. I've dealt with tons of Euro poseurs over the years and thought I was done. You've shown me I was wrong, they still exist.

I have to ask why would you want us to copy something else when no one wants it or implemented it when we had the chance? I'm a Canadian not a Euro poseur.

But again I can't stop you from hijacking a thread about the reality to post your fantasy foreign influenced opinions.

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Originally Posted by elly63

No one is stopping you from posting your Fantasy League but there's a reason why they call it Fantasy. I've dealt with tons of Euro poseurs over the years and thought I was done. You've shown me I was wrong, they still exist.

I have to ask why would you want us to copy something else when no one wants it or implemented it when we had the chance? I'm a Canadian not a Euro poseur.

But again I can't stop you from hijacking a thread about the reality to post your fantasy foreign influenced opinions.

There you go again... trying to mischaracterize what I'm getting at here. You might think I'm some sort of Euro snob or "poseur", but I'm not. Europe is not the only region to have won the world cup, or with good professional football leagues. I've mentioned South America, Africa, and Asia many times in this thread already, but you're the one who keeps trying to label me as some sort of Euro-elitist or whatever.

I'm someone who respect the global traditions of association football (soccer) and am someone who prefers national professional leagues with systems of relegation and promotion. I just happen to think it would be good for the professional game in Canada, and eventually, good for the national team, for the CPL to embrace the global norm and implement a system of relegation and promotion.


Moreover, i still think it would be a good thing for Canada to shift away from the usage of the term football, and embrace the global norm, which is to call the sport football, not soccer. We already have more than one form of hockey in Canada (ice hockey, ball hockey, field hockey, roller hockey). So there's no reason we couldn't also have more than one form of "football" (association football and Canadian football). Imo, before the 2026 World Cup of Football would be the time to make the biggest splash with this "term change", but I do get it's extremely unlikely to happen.

To be clear though, I think the biggest issues with the professional game in Canada is the lack of relegation and promotion for the CPL, along with the fact that the three biggest "football clubs" in Canada not being part of the CPL, but rather part of the MLS, a league governed by the US Soccer Federation.

In the long run, I think it would be a lot better for the professional game in Canada, for the top football clubs to join the Canadian Premier League, and leave the American Major League Soccer.

[elly63]

Originally Posted by EnvisionSaintJohn

In the long run, I think it would be a lot better for the professional game in Canada, for the top football clubs to join the Canadian Premier League, and leave the American Major League Soccer.

I can tell you I would love for that to be true except the realities dictate it won't be.

And you can post your Fantasy League and I'm reasonably sure some people who have never been to this thread or know anything about the Canadian soccer scene or structure will post how great it would be if their small city or town had a team.

But pro/rel is a tradition in Europe that has no history in North America. Your thinly veiled pro Europe anti American bent doesn't change the longtime tradition we have being intertwined with the US. The present tensions with the US will pass and even with relations at their worst there is no call for any Canadian teams in US leagues to change the status quo.

It's the same with unknowledgeable people saying any city in Canada the size of Regina could have a football team. Sure, anything's possible, but it's highly unlikely.

[jonny24]

Originally Posted by EnvisionSaintJohn

Second of all, what's up with the three biggest "soccer" teams in Canada calling themselves football clubs?

Because many clubs of many football types use that naming convention. The Winnipeg Football Club already exists - they play in the CFL and use the name Blue Bombers. Saracens FC plays rugby union in the Premiership. The Melbourne Football Club plays Aussie rules in the AFL.

I just happen to have a respect for the traditions of association football, including using the proper term to refer to the sport.

You don't though. You only use "association football" when trying to make the distinction, and not every time you refer to the sport.

That's what everyone does - they use "football" to mean "the sport I call football", and use differentiator worlds only when called for. You just don't like that one. It would be like me railing against people using the term "gridiron" to differentiate that type of football. Aka a silly waste of time.

I'm not sure why Canada should follow a more American league format with fixed franchises, when the vast majority of football leagues around the world have systems of relegation and promotion. Perhaps a system for promotion and relegation wouldn't be popular among fans of the NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and CFL, but I'd say there's a whole world of evidence out there to suggest that the relegation/ promotion system is incredibly popular in the world of club football, and I'd argue it's one of the most interesting and exciting traditions and systems in professional sports. I think it's very much a shame that professional club football in Canada has yet to adopt a system of relegation and promotion. Hopefully one day we do.

Because starting a team in the modern era requires financial risk. To mitigate that risk, owners require guarantees of a place, and franchise fees to let new people have a place.

No one is saying it wouldn't be popular among fans. It's just not popular among owners, and therefore it won't happen without incredible shifts in culture. You're talking about what you wish things "should" be, and not being realistic about the way things are and why they are that way.

And you're probably right, Canada and the US will never win the soccer World Cup.

But it's culture first, that allows popularity, that allows finances to allow P+R, that allows winning.

It is not, P+R (despite the finances or culture), leading to a miraculous culture change, that would lead to winning.

[elly63]

Canadian men jump to record No. 26 in FIFA rankings
Canadian Press September 18, 2025

How Nicolas Gagnon is turning Canadian men into set-piece giants
James Sharman sportsnet.ca September 18, 2025

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CPL is coming to Laval

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The Canadian Premier League is preparing to expand its activities in Quebec in 2026
fr.canpl.ca September 24 2025

A club in the Montreal area will be in the eighth season of the PLC in April 2026. Unveiling of the brand and the identity of the club on Wednesday night

The Canadian Premier League (CLP) today announced that Quebec will host its first PLC club in 2026, installing the dynamic professional soccer brand and its unique ability to build local and international ties for the first time with a team based in the greater Montreal area.

The new club will begin operations during the eighth season of the PLC, which will start in April 2026. His arrival marks an important milestone for sport in Canada, opening the door to players and fans in the greater Montreal area and the province as a whole, so that they can engage directly and significantly with the best national men’s competition in Canada. By establishing a dynamic local presence that creates a new course of the career path in the province, the PLC and its new club intend to inspire young athletes, stimulate communities and help influence Canadian soccer on and off the pitch.

“Our entry into Quebec means more than just adding a new PLC market, it’s a strategic cornerstone to our vision from coast to coast for Canadian professional soccer,” said James Johnson, Group CEO at Canadian Soccer Business.

“The creation of a PLC club in the greater Montreal area fills a void in the pyramid of competition and showcases our local talent nationally and internationally, while opening doors to one of the most dynamic and influential business communities in the country. Quebec’s strong economy and passionate sports community create unparalleled opportunities for investment, sponsorship and media coverage, adding depth to our national footprint, bringing together diverse audiences and ensuring that Canadian soccer is positioned to succeed beyond 2026.”

The new CPL club will play their matches at the Stade Boréale de Laval, the official home of Roses FC, the founding club of the Northern Super League. Originally designed and built to accommodate the Montreal women's professional team, the new club has signed a lease with the Roses FC for the use of the Boreal Stadium. The stadium will also host the club’s training facilities and offices. The new entity will officially unveil its name, logo and colours tonight, at a special event at the Complexe Multi-Sports in Laval. Soccer fans from across the country will be able to follow the live announcement from 7 p.m. (ET) / 4 p.m. (HP) on OneSoccer and the OneSoccer YouTube channel.

The first club of the PLC based in Quebec is led by a group of owners with deep roots in the region and in sport, as well as extensive experience in the real estate, marketing, media, technology, sports, entertainment, specialty retail and food and agriculture sectors. This group includes:

Matt Rizzetta, founder and managing partner of Underdog Global Partners, which manages a diverse portfolio of sports, media and entertainment. An entrepreneur and investor, Rizetta previously created and expanded the North 6th Agency, which became a leading public relations firm, leading to the founding of North Sixth Group. A passionate supporter of sport on a global scale, he is president of the Campobasso FC club, the women’s club Res Roma (renamed Donna Roma), and Napoli Basketball, and he previously led the acquisition of the Brooklyn FC club. Rizzetta is the author of two books, co-creator and production manager of the series “Running With the Wolves” on ESPN TV and a fusion advisor and acquisitions in the fields of sport and media. Rizzetta will be the club’s chairman of the board of directors and will represent him in the PLC’s Board of Governors.

Angelo Pasto, president of Stanford Properties Group Inc., a Quebec-based real estate development company with operations in Canada and Central America. Angelo is also co-owner of Campobasso FC, women's club Donna Roma, Brooklyn FC and Napoli Basketball. M. Pasto earned a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia University in Montreal, as well as an MBA and MIB from Pepperdine University in Los Angeles. He is a lecturer in finance and project management at Vanier College in Montreal, Quebec.

Stéphane Tétrault, is a proud entrepreneur and passionate Quebec collector who founded Imports Dragon. He is also the owner of EB Games Canada and co-owner of Mastermind Toys and McFarlane Toys, where he has built partnerships with iconic companies such as the NHL, NFL, MLB, Disney, Warner Bros and Discovery. Beyond business, he has donated millions of dollars in toys and supports children across Canada through charities such as the Starlight Canada Children’s Foundation, Holiday Helpers, Toys for Tots, Action Nouvelle Vie and others.

Jean-François Chenail, Quebec-based entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of Chenail Import Export, a food distribution company with more than 250 employees, he is also the owner of Via Trans International and an active real estate development company. Soccer is at the heart of the Chenail family since his two children have played at a high level and her daughters are currently in NCAA First Division teams. A lifelong sports supporter, Chenail has long supported young athletes and local clubs and he sees soccer as a powerful way to build Quebec’s future.

Former Canadian international Rocco Placentino, an influential leader in the Quebec soccer landscape and co-founder of the new Quebec-based PLC club, will serve as president, offering his experience and passion for advancing Canadian soccer.

Born in Montreal, Placentino played in professional ranks in Italy and Canada, notably in a few important seasons in the Montreal Impact uniform and he obtained a selection with Canada’s senior men’s national team. After hanging his crampons, Placentino helped guide the CS Saint-Laurent to the top of Ligue1 Québec, establishing this club among one of the best development programs of the elite.

“Quebec is producing world-class talent and with the arrival of the Canadian Premier League in the province, we now have a platform that will allow local players to shine, inspire future generations and compete at the highest level in the country,” said Placentino. The club will be made up of players who have done their classes in Quebec with a mission to showcase their talents.”

[elly63]

CANMNT Squad Named for October: Montréal Homecoming and Battles with Top 25 Opponents
canadasoccer.com September 30, 2025
October window features back-to-back matches against Top 25 FIFA-ranked opponents, highlighted by first CANMNT match in Montréal since 2017

Canada Soccer has announced the selection of 24 players who will represent Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team (CANMNT) in the upcoming October FIFA Window featuring international friendlies against Australia and Colombia.

Canada will first face Australia (FIFA rank #25) on Friday October 10 at Stade Saputo in Montreal (TICKETS NEARLY SOLD OUT), followed by a match against Colombia (FIFA rank #14) on Tuesday October 14 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey.

“September was a really important step forward for our group. It was not just the results, but the way we carried ourselves in tough environments and proved we can compete with high-quality opponents. The belief and momentum we built in Europe will be important to carry into October, and I know the players are excited for the chance to play in front of a sold-out crowd in Montréal.”
– Jesse Marsch, MLS Canada Head Coach of the Men’s National Team

CANMNT recently moved up two spots in the latest FIFA Men’s World Ranking, rising to #26 – marking the highest FIFA ranking in the Federation’s history, beating the previous high of #28 in June 2025.

Canada enters the October window on the back of a record-breaking September camp. The squad earned historic back-to-back victories on European soil with wins over Romania and Wales, marking the first time in program history CANMNT has defeated three UEFA nations in succession and the first away win against a European opponent on European soil since 2009.

Looking ahead to November, Canada is set to play Ecuador (FIFA Rank #24) in Toronto on November 13 (BUY TICKETS) and Venezuela (FIFA Rank #49) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on November 18.

Broadcast Information

Both October friendly matches will air live on TSN, RDS and OneSoccer , available on the fuboTV Canada platform, as a linear channel on Telus’s Optik TV (Channel 980), as well as online at OneSoccer.ca and through the OneSoccer app. Fans will find extended coverage across Canada Soccer’s digital channels on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, and YouTube featuring the hashtag #CANMNT. 

CANMNT Squad

Goalkeepers
Maxime Crépeau Portland Timbers
James Pantemis Portland Timbers
Dayne St Clair Minnesota United FC

Defenders
Zorhan Bassong Sporting Kansas City
Moïse Bombito OGC Nice
Derek Cornelius Rangers FC (on loan Olympique de Marseille)
Luc de Fougerolles FCV Dender EH (on loan Fulham FC)
Richie Laryea Toronto FC
Niko Sigur Hadjuk Split
Joel Waterman Chicago Fire

Midfielders
Ali Ahmed Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Tajon Buchanan Villarreal CF
Mathieu Choinière LAFC (on loan Grasshopper Zurich)
Stephen Eustáquio FC Porto
Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo Calcio (on loan Olympique de Marseille)
Liam Millar Hull City FC
Jayden Nelson Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Jonathan Osorio Toronto FC
Nathan Saliba RSC Anderlecht
Jacob Shaffelburg Nashville SC

Forwards
Jonathan David Juventus FC
Promise David Royale Union Saint-Gilloise
Cyle Larin Feyenoord (on loan RCD Mallorca)
Tani Oluwaseyi Villarreal CF

[elly63]

Theo Bair (on loan from Ligue 1 Auxerre) has scored a hat trick for Lausanne in the Swiss League vs Young Boys.

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Bad news

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What I’m hearing: Inside Canada’s roster battles as World Cup approaches
Joshua Kloke nytimes.com October 13, 2025

As Jesse Marsch narrows his group of players in consideration for the World Cup, he’s still interested in dual nationals who could strengthen his squad.

At the top of the list: 28-year-old Middlesborough centre-back Alfie Jones.

Marsch and Canada Soccer are in the process of getting the England-born Jones eligible to play for Canada. Jones’ connection to Canada? One of his grandparents was born in the country.

The organization hope Jones will be available for Canada’s next camp in November. If every box is not ticked in time, Jones could be called into Canada’s March camp.

The centre-back’s physical dominance and quality stand out. Plus, Jones’ experience in the Championship, a physically demanding league, make him valuable to Marsch, who wants his team to play with aggression.

How Jones impacts Canada’s centre-back group remains to be seen. Derek Cornelius has elevated his game. And Luc de Fougerolles looks capable of starting for Canada if called upon. That makes Jones’ qualities within Canada’s roster a storyline to follow.

[svlt]

Originally Posted by elly63

What I’m hearing: Inside Canada’s roster battles as World Cup approaches
Joshua Kloke nytimes.com October 13, 2025

As Jesse Marsch narrows his group of players in consideration for the World Cup, he’s still interested in dual nationals who could strengthen his squad.

At the top of the list: 28-year-old Middlesborough centre-back Alfie Jones.

Marsch and Canada Soccer are in the process of getting the England-born Jones eligible to play for Canada. Jones’ connection to Canada? One of his grandparents was born in the country.

The organization hope Jones will be available for Canada’s next camp in November. If every box is not ticked in time, Jones could be called into Canada’s March camp.

The centre-back’s physical dominance and quality stand out. Plus, Jones’ experience in the Championship, a physically demanding league, make him valuable to Marsch, who wants his team to play with aggression.

How Jones impacts Canada’s centre-back group remains to be seen. Derek Cornelius has elevated his game. And Luc de Fougerolles looks capable of starting for Canada if called upon. That makes Jones’ qualities within Canada’s roster a storyline to follow.

He'd be a good get. Likely he would be a starter on the team.

[elly63]

Originally Posted by svlt

He'd be a good get. Likely he would be a starter on the team.

I don't think he'd be a starter with Cornelius and the way DeFougerolles has been progressing. I don't think they'd want to jeopardize that combo. The backline has been decimated by serious injuries to Davies, Bombito and Johnston and they are looking for some depth.

I am not sure why and don't like how Marsch has been bringing in players with tenuous connections to the country at this point in time. For instance, we have Pantemis who is one of the better keepers in MLS and Marsch calls in Hibbert who had barely played in MLS. And then we have Sirois as well who should be in the mix.

I can excuse it on the backline where at least we will need some depth if those guys on the backline have a hard time getting back into game shape.

[elly63]

More bad news

Alistair Johnston, first game back, starts for Celtic against Sturm Graz in the Europa League.

He went down halfway in the first half with the hamstring again. No word yet on the severity.

[elly63]

And even more bad news re Millar, but some good re Bombito

Bombito progressing well from broken tibia, timeline for return is late February
Matthew Scianitti TSN.ca October 26, 2025

Moïse Bombito’s recovery from a broken tibia is progressing positively and his return to play timeline is now late February, TSN has learned.

Bombito broke his tibia earlier this month in a French league game and had surgery to insert a rod to stabilize his leg. Bombito is now walking with crutches, but without a walking boot.

The encouraging Bombito news comes after a week when a couple members of the Canadian men’s national team were hit by concerning hamstring injuries.

On Thursday, Alistair Johnston appeared to reinjure his hamstring after being out weeks earlier, and a day later Liam Millar also appeared to injure his hamstring just weeks after returning from an 11 month absence due to an ACL injury.

There is no timeline yet for either player’s injury.

[elly63]

Originally Posted by elly63

Theo Bair (on loan from Ligue 1 Auxerre) has scored a hat trick for Lausanne in the Swiss League vs Young Boys.

On the weekend he scored two against Basel to out him up there in the scoring race. If he can have another big year like he did in Scotland (before France) it might put him in good stead as he will be out of contract after this season.

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Canada to welcome England-born Alfie Jones, remains in talks with Marcelo Flores
Joshua Kloke nytimes.com/athletic November 3, 2025

Alfie Jones is set to join Canada’s men’s national team as another high-profile dual-national recruit for Canada head coach Jesse Marsch.

Multiple sources have told The Athletic that the England-born Middlesbrough center back has had his eligibility to play for Canada approved. The 28-year-old, who is eligible to play for Canada through a grandparent on his mother’s side, will be named to Canada’s roster this week ahead of upcoming friendlies this month against Ecuador and Venezuela.

The Athletic reported in October that Canada Soccer were in discussions to bring Jones to Canada’s men’s national team. TSN’s Matthew Scianetti first reported that Jones’ spot in the November roster was confirmed.

Marsch has targeted Jones since he was hired in 2024. Canada’s coach sees Jones as a strong fit for his style of play, and there is a belief that Jones’ physicality, aggressive style and 6-foot-3 frame can strengthen Canada’s back line. Marsch also sees quality in Jones’ ability to play the ball out of the back. Crucially, Jones has started all 13 of Middlesbrough’s matches in the Championship this season and has played nearly every minute as well. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Marsch has placed a premium on players logging heavy minutes for their club sides.

Middlesbrough currently sits second in the Championship, with a strong likelihood of being locked in a promotion race to join the Premier League ahead of the World Cup.

With Moïse Bombito, Canada’s leading center back, injured and not available for the November camp, it is possible Jones starts one of Canada’s games. Marsch will want to see how he can be relied upon against difficult South American opponents as the deadline to name his World Cup roster inches closer.

Jones’ style and makeup differs from that of Canada’s top three center backs, and should he find his footing with the national team, his addition would change the outlook of Canada’s World Cup roster.

Marsch has recently narrowed his depth chart. Up-and-comer Jamie Knight-Lebel has impressed in Canada training sessions but did not receive an invite to Canada’s October camp. The addition of Jones would figure to further knock Knight-Lebel out of World Cup contention – at least for the time being.

Derek Cornelius remains one of Marsch’s most trusted players. His position as starter should not be in doubt, and his ability on set pieces as well as his emerging voice as a leader makes him valuable. Cornelius was especially reliable and effective against a testy Colombia side in Canada’s recent 0-0 draw.

Luc de Fougerolles has quickly shot up the pecking order. Despite being just 20, he also feels like close to a World Cup roster lock. There is a feeling from inside Canada Soccer that they only might just be scratching the surface with De Fougerolles’ ascent, and that come next summer, he could continue to be a revelation.

Given Jones’ profile and his experience, it will become increasingly fascinating to see whom Marsch relies upon between him and Kamal Miller and Joel Waterman in the November window. Waterman started for Canada against Australia in a 1-0 loss in October. Miller was a starter during the 2022 World Cup but has appeared in just two of Canada’s last 12 matches.

Sources also indicated that Canada has been in recent conversations with another dual-national: Marcelo Flores.

Those conversations were centered on the 22-year-old midfielder possibly joining Canada’s Canada’s November camp as a training player. Recently, the likelihood of Flores coming to November camp has decreased, and as of Monday, Flores joining Canada remained a possibility but had not been confirmed.

Canada’s efforts to recruit the Canadian-born Tigres attacking player stem back to previous head coach John Herdman. In May 2022, Flores formally announced his decision to play for Mexico. Flores, a former Arsenal youth product, last played for Mexico’s senior national team in a June 2022 Concacaf Nations League match. He has only made three appearances in total for Mexico, and because he made no more than three appearances for Mexico before the age of 21, he would still technically be eligible to apply for a one-time switch to Canada under FIFA regulations.

During Canada’s last international window, Marsch’s side appeared in need of more creativity in the midfield to help break through teams sitting in low blocks. Whether that help comes in the need of Flores remains to be seen.

Canada’s November roster is expected to be announced later this week.

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CANMNT Squad Named for November: Key Clash on Home Soil and Copa América Rematch
November window features big test in Toronto against Ecuador and a 2024 Copa América quarterfinal rematch against Venezuela in Florida
canadasoccer.com November 6, 2025

Canada Soccer has announced the selection of 24 players who will represent Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team (CANMNT) in the upcoming November FIFA Window featuring international friendlies against Ecuador and Venezuela.

Canada will first face Ecuador (FIFA rank #23) on Thursday November 13 at BMO Field in Toronto (LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE), match presented by Visa, followed by a match against Venezuela (FIFA rank #50) on Tuesday November 18 at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
“This is one of our final windows before the FIFA World Cup, and it will be crucial that we finish this year strong before the extended break. It’s been a pleasure to coach this team and this group. We’re in the home stretch of a major moment for the program and this country. We’ve made a lot of progress this Fall and are eager to showcase that again in front of a big Canadian crowd in Toronto next Thursday.” – Jesse Marsch, MLS Canada Head Coach of the Men’s National Team

The November window marks the final international window of the 2025 calendar year and the last opportunity for the Men’s National Team to gather before the FIFA World Cup year begins.

Canada’s clash with Venezuela in Fort Lauderdale is a rematch of one of CANMNT’s biggest wins in program history, the 2024 Copa América quarter-final victory that thrust Canada into the semifinals in its debut appearance at South America’s premier continental competition. Canada went on to place fourth at the tournament, only being defeated over 90 minutes by the eventual tournament champions Argentina, on two occasions.

CANMNT will look to finish 2025 strong, currently posting a record of 6 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses over the course of the calendar year. The program recently achieved its highest-ever FIFA Ranking, #26, in September and earned historic back-to-back victories on European soil with wins over Romania and Wales, marking the first time in program history CANMNT has defeated three UEFA nations in succession and the first away win against a European opponent on European soil since 2009. In October, CANMNT was defeated by Australia in their first match in Montréal since 2017 and drew with Top 15 FIFA-ranked, Colombia, in an away match in Harrison, New Jersey.

CANMNT Squad

Goalkeepers
Maxime Crépeau - Portland Timbers
Owen Goodman - Huddersfield Town (on loan - Crystal Palace)
Dayne St.Clair - Minnesota United FC

Defenders
Zorhan Bassong - Sporting Kansas City
Derek Cornelius - Rangers FC (on loan - Olympique de Marseille)
Alfie Jones - Middlesbrough FC
Richie Laryea - Toronto FC
Kamal Miller - Portland Timbers FC
Niko Sigur - Hadjuk Split
Joel Waterman - Chicago Fire

Midfielders
Ali Ahmed - Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Tajon Buchanan - Villarreal CF
Mathieu Choinière - LAFC (on loan - Grasshopper Zurich)
Stephen Eustáquio - FC Porto
Junior Hoilett - Hibernian FC
Ismaël Koné - U.S. Sassuolo Calcio (on loan - Olympique de Marseille)
Jayden Nelson - Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Jonathan Osorio - Toronto FC
Nathan Saliba - R.S.C. Anderlecht

Forwards
Theo Bair - Lausanne-Sport (on loan - AJ Auxerre)
Jonathan David - Juventus FC
Promise David - Royale Union Saint - Gilloise
Cyle Larin - Feyenoord (on loan - RCD Mallorca)
Tani Oluwaseyi - Villarreal CF

Training Player: Marcelo Flores (Tigres UANL)

Broadcast Information

Both November friendly matches will air  live on TSN, RDS and OneSoccer , available on the fuboTV Canada platform, as a linear channel on Telus’s Optik TV (Channel 980), as well as online at OneSoccer.ca and through the OneSoccer app. Fans will find extended coverage across Canada Soccer’s digital channels on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, and YouTube featuring the hashtag #CANMNT. 

[EnvisionSaintJohn]

Originally Posted by elly63

What I don't like though is the Canadian Soccer Association guy who use the Euro/Commie way for dates. 9 November instead of November 9. No one says I'm going somewhere on 9 November.

Who's this Canada Soccer Association guy with the penchant for European ways? Sounds like he's onto something.