Lucas Cavallini
Lucas Cavallini, 1992-12-20, Forward for Canada, plays for Puebla. 40 international caps, 19 goals. Part of Canada's 2026 World Cup Group B squad.
Biography
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.
Career Timeline
Named to Canada's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Called up to Canada's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Won the Canadian Championship with Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Scored a hat-trick against the Cayman Islands in World Cup qualifying.
Signed with Vancouver Whitecaps FC in MLS, making 63 appearances and scoring 18 goals over two seasons.
Scored a hat-trick against Cuba in the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Joined Puebla on loan from Peñarol, becoming one of the first Canadians to play in Mexico's Liga MX since 2010. Scored 13 goals in 25 matches in his first season.
Made his senior Canada debut as a substitute against Trinidad and Tobago in August 2012.