Canada was missing a number of bodies in their loss to the United States, but aren't using that as an excuse as they search for offence. TSN's Matthew Scianitti and One Soccer's Kristian Jack share their thoughts on what is needed to change in order to get back into form for the Concacaf Nations League game next month against Guatemala.
Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo has issued an ultimatum, saying he will not return to the national team while Jorge Jesus is the coach, sources have told ESPN. Ronaldo left the national team squad after he was an unused substitute for a 2-1 win away to Norway in the Nations League on Sept. 27.
Lionel Messi scored a penalty in the 71st minute and added assists on goals from Nicolás Otamendi and Nico Paz, as the Argentina legend capped his international career in vintage form to lead his country to a win over Benin. The match was paused in the 10th minute as fans honoured Messi with a minute-long standing ovation.
Canada conceded their first goal of the international window, losing to the United States. TSN's Kevin Kilbane and Jim Brennan have more on how Canada was able to control much of the game, but couldn't find the back of the net while allowing a disappointing goal against.
A goal from Justin Ellis lifted the United States over Canada’s men’s soccer team in a friendly. Canada’s squad suffered a costly injury, too, with vice-captain Stephen Eustaquio leaving the game after playing the final minutes of the first half with a collarbone injury. Canada finished the international window with a 2-1-0 record.
Alex Freeman does a give and go with Justin Ellis, who puts it home while avoiding an offside to make it 1-0 United States.
TSN Soccer analysts Jim Brennan and Kelvin Kilbane join Camila Gonzalez to preview Canada's clash with the United States in an international friendly on Tuesday as CanMNT tries to go 3-0 in this window.
ESPN's Futbol Americas looks ahead to Tuesday's friendly between the United States and Canada and the heat Jesse Marsch has received for his comments about his home country.
ESPN's Futbol Americas discusses the expected emotions that will come from Lionel Messi's final match with Argentina as he retires from international competition.
Canadian men's national team head coach Jesse Marsch shares why Tajon Buchanan and Cyle Larin have both departed from training camp ahead of the upcoming match against the United States.
Canadian men's national team head coach Jesse Marsch was asked if the way things ended between him and U.S. Soccer in the past fuels his current passion for the rivalry between the two countries on the pitch.
Canadian men's national team members Dayne St. Clair and Tani Oluwaseyi, and head coach Jesse Marsch discuss the rivalry against the United States and why these matches hold extra meaning for Canada, which is looking to be recognized as a regional power in soccer.
With the Asian Confederation and UEFA having their own respective Nations Leagues, the opportunity to face high quality opposition will come at a premium for both Canada and the United States, who may need to rely heavily on each other during this current FIFA World Cup cycle. TSN's Matthew Scianitti is joined by OneSoccer's Kristian Jack to discuss ahead of the next installment of the rivalry on Tuesday.
In just over two years as the Canadian men's national team coach, Jesse Marsch has been an emotional focal point and at times a lightning rod, especially when Canada faces the United States, so it's no surprise his comments in The Guardian about the U.S have gone viral ahead of their International Friendly on Tuesday.
The ESPN FC crew reacts to Canadian men's head coach Jesse Marsch's comments on the Folarin Balogun red card controversy and the perception of the United States on the global stage.
On Tuesday, the Canadian men's national team will play an exhibition match against the United States, but if history tells us anything, this encounter won't be a regular friendly.
After being held off the scoreboard for nearly two years, Jacob Shaffelburg pulled off the brace with a pair of goals as Canada dominated Peru in their International Friendly on Saturday.
2026 Canadian Men's Soccer Friendly: Canada vs. Peru
The Halifax Tides and Calgary Wild played to a scoreless draw Saturday in the Northern Super League as the Tides continued to jockey for the league’s fourth and final playoff spot.
Jacob Shaffelburg had a first-half brace to lead Canada to a dominant win over Peru in their International Friendly on Saturday. TSN's Soccer panel breaks down the game, who the stars were for Canada in the match, and if Liam Millar's recent play gives him a shot at starting over Tajon Buchanan.
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