Canada
Canada (CAN) have been drawn in Group B for the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland. Head coach Jesse Marsch leads the squad. Ranked #41 by FIFA, the team have made 2 World Cup appearance(s). Their opening match is on June 12 against Bosnia-Herzegovina at BMO Field, Toronto.
Jesse Marsch
USJesse Alan Marsch ( JESS-ee MARSH; born November 8, 1973) is an American professional soccer coach and former player who is the head coach of the Canada men's national team. In 2010, Marsch retired from his playing career and became a coach, first serving as an assistant with the U.S. He then became the inaugural head coach of the Montreal Impact upon its entry to MLS in 2012. In 2015, after a year-long stint as the assistant coach for his alma mater, the Princeton Tigers, Marsch was hired as head coach of the New York Red Bulls and stayed in the role through the first half of the 2018 MLS season.
- 2020 MLS Cup (Columbus Crew - assistant)
- Led Leeds United to Premier League promotion
- Led Canada to 2026 World Cup qualification
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GK Minnesota United goalkeeper and Canada's new first-choice keeper. Currently plying his trade at Minnesota United, a commanding presence between the posts, Dayne St. Clair is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Canada. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
GK Portland Timbers goalkeeper and Canada's backup keeper. Currently plying his trade at Portland Timbers, a commanding presence between the posts, Maxime Crépeau is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Canada. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
GK Crystal Palace goalkeeper and one of Canada's rising stars between the posts. Standing tall at 193 cm, Owen Goodman combines excellent reflexes with commanding presence. He gained valuable experience on loan at Colchester United, AFC Wimbledon — where he won the League Two Golden Glove with 24 clean sheets and helped secure promotion — and Barnsley. Set to represent Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Celtic right-back and a key player for Canada. Currently plying his trade at Celtic, a dependable defender, Alistair Johnston combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Canada's backline. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Malmö centre-back and a defensive option for Canada. Currently plying his trade at Malmö FF, a dependable defender, Derek Cornelius combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Canada's backline. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Nice centre-back and a rising star in Canada's defence. Currently plying his trade at Monaco, a dependable defender, Moïse Bombito combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Canada's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Real Madrid left-back and the face of Canadian football. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, a dependable defender, Alphonso Davies combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Canada's backline. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 15 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Toronto FC right-back and a versatile full-back for Canada. Currently plying his trade at Toronto FC, a dependable defender, Richie Laryea combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Canada's backline. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Sunderland defender born in England who qualifies for Canada through his grandmother from Alberta. Standing at 191 cm, Alfie Jones is a strong and aerially dominant centre-back. He developed through Southampton's academy before establishing himself at Hull City, where he was named Player of the Year for 2022-23. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF An experienced Canadian centre-back currently at CF Montréal. Standing at 188 cm, Joel Waterman is a dependable defender who combines positional intelligence with physical presence. He became the first-ever Canadian Premier League player sold to an MLS club when he joined CF Montréal in 2020. Named to Canada's 2022 FIFA World Cup squad in Qatar. With 17 international caps, he brings invaluable experience to the backline. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF A Fulham academy product currently on loan at Belgian side Dender EH. Born in England to a Canadian father, Luc de Fougerolles represents Canada internationally. A composed and intelligent defender, he was named to Canada's 2024 Copa América squad and won the 2025 Canada Soccer Young Player of the Year award. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
DF Hajduk Split defender with Canadian-Croatian dual nationality. A versatile and technically gifted player, Niko Sigur can operate as a right-back or defensive midfielder, impacting the game on both ends. He initially represented Croatia U-21 before switching allegiance to Canada in August 2024. Named to the Gold Cup Group Stage Best XI in 2025. With 17 caps and 2 goals, he has quickly established himself in the squad. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Porto midfielder and Canada's midfield engine. Currently plying his trade at Porto, an industrious midfielder, Stephen Eustáquio excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Inter Milan winger and a key attacking player for Canada. Currently plying his trade at Villarreal, an industrious midfielder, Tajon Buchanan excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 7 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF CF Montréal midfielder and a Canadian international. Currently plying his trade at CF Montréal, an industrious midfielder, Mathieu Choinière excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Marseille midfielder and one of Canada's promising young talents. Currently plying his trade at Marseille, an industrious midfielder, Ismaël Koné excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Canada's exciting young midfield prospect. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shorta, an industrious midfielder, Ali Ahmed excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Born in 2004, the 21-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Toronto FC midfielder and a veteran of Canada's national team. Currently plying his trade at Toronto FC, an industrious midfielder, Jonathan Osorio excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Canada. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 8 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Tigres UANL attacking midfielder born in Canada with Canadian-Mexican heritage. Marcelo Flores is a technically brilliant and creative playmaker who was featured in The Guardian's Next Generation 2020 list. He began his professional career at Arsenal before moving to Tigres UANL in Liga MX, where he scored a memorable hat-trick against Necaxa in 2024. FIFA approved his one-time switch from Mexico to Canada in February 2026. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
MF Standard Liège midfielder from Quebec and one of Canada's brightest young talents. Nathan Saliba came through the CF Montréal academy and is known for his technical quality and precise passing. He was named to the MLS 22 Under 22 list and won the 2024 Canada Soccer Young Player of the Year award. With 13 caps and 2 goals for Canada, he has already made a significant international impact. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Basel winger and an attacking option for Canada. Currently plying his trade at Hull City, a clinical forward, Liam Millar possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Canada's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Nashville SC winger who starred for Canada at the 2024 Copa América. Currently plying his trade at Nashville SC, a clinical forward, Jacob Shaffelburg possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Canada's primary attacking threat. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Canada's all-time leading goalscorer. Currently plying his trade at Real Valladolid, a clinical forward, Cyle Larin possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Canada's primary attacking threat. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 29 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Lille forward and one of Canada's all-time top scorers. Currently plying his trade at Lille, a clinical forward, Jonathan David possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Canada's primary attacking threat. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 28 goals — a remarkable scoring rate. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Sheffield Wednesday forward born in England who represents Canada internationally. Standing at 186 cm, Ike Ugbo is a powerful and clinical striker who developed through Chelsea's academy system. After loan spells at six clubs, he made permanent moves to Genk and Troyes before finding his home at Sheffield Wednesday, where he scored 7 goals in 18 appearances during his initial loan spell. Switched allegiance from England youth teams to Canada in November 2021. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
FW Puebla striker and one of Canada's most experienced forwards. Born in Toronto to an Argentine father and Italian mother, Lucas Cavallini has scored 19 goals in 40 international caps. He became one of the first Canadians to play in Mexico's Liga MX since 2010 when he joined Puebla, and has scored hat-tricks against both Cuba and the Cayman Islands. A veteran of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, he brings invaluable big-game experience. Set to compete with Canada at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 2 previous tournament appearances.
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FAQ
- What group is Canada in at the 2026 World Cup?
- Canada are in Group B alongside Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland.
- Who is the head coach of Canada?
- The head coach of Canada is Jesse Marsch.
- When is Canada's first World Cup match?
- June 12, 2026 against Bosnia-Herzegovina at BMO Field.
- What is Canada's best World Cup finish?
- Canada's best result is Group stage, with 2 total appearances.