Canada’s Men’s National Team (CANMNT) has revealed its roster of 26 players for upcoming international friendlies. These matches will take place during the March FIFA Window, as the team gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
March Friendlies Schedule
The CANMNT will play against Iceland and Tunisia in Toronto at BMO Field. The schedule is as follows:
- Iceland – March 28, 2023, at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
- Tunisia – March 31, 2023, at 7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT
Both games are expected to draw significant crowds, with fans encouraged to attend and support the team. Jesse Marsch, the head coach, emphasized the importance of playing at home.
Upcoming Matches Beyond March
In addition to the matches in March, the CANMNT is scheduled to compete against Uzbekistan in Edmonton on June 1 and the Republic of Ireland in Montréal on June 5. These matches provide final opportunities for fans to see the team play before the FIFA World Cup.
Squad Details
The squad includes goalkeepers Maxime Crépeau, Owen Goodman, and Dayne St. Clair. The defenders are:
- Derek Cornelius
- Luc de Fougerolles
- Richie Laryea
- Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty
- Kamal Miller
- Ralph Priso
- Niko Sigur
- Joel Waterman
Midfielders include:
- Ali Ahmed
- Tajon Buchanan
- Mathieu Choinière
- Marcelo Flores
- Junior Hoilett
- Ismaël Koné
- Liam Millar
- Jonathan Osorio
- Nathan Saliba
The forward lineup features:
- Jonathan David
- Daniel Jebbison
- Cyle Larin
- Tani Oluwaseyi
- Aribim Pepple
- Jacen Russell-Rowe
Additionally, Alistair Johnston and Moïse Bombito will join the training camp but will not participate in the matches as they recover from injuries.
Ticket Information
Fans can purchase tickets for the matches at BMO Field via Ticketmaster.ca. The excitement builds as Canada anticipates a significant year in international football.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ Details
Canada is preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, with the first match slated for June 12 against a European playoff team. The group stage will also feature matches against Qatar and Switzerland later in June.
