3 Derek Cornelius
Defender Canada Malmö FF
Derek Cornelius, 1997-11-28, Defender for Canada, plays for Malmö FF. 20 international caps, 1 goals. Part of Canada's 2026 World Cup Group B squad.
Age
28 yrs
Height
187 cm
Weight
78 kg
Caps
20
Goals
1
Position
Defender
Number
#3
Biography
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.