2026 Canadian Men's Soccer Friendly: USA vs. Canada
2026 Canadian Men's Soccer Friendly: USA vs. Canada
International Friendly: Canada 0, United States 1
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.
'I don't think we deserved to lose': de Fougerolles disappointed with tight defeat
Coming off of a 1-0 loss to the United States, Canadian Luc de Fougerolles says he felt his team played better overall, and feels that they didn't deserve to lose. de Fougerolles also shared what he saw on the goal against, and what he thinks the group needs to do to comeback in games.
'Not enough goals': Marsch looking for more finish from Canada
After a 1-0 loss to the United States, Canadian head coach Jesse Marsch says that his side has been missing some offensive finish as of late. Marsch was happy with the control, but feels the group still struggles when falling behind.
MLS: Fire 3, Whitecaps 1
Philip Zinckernagel scored early in the second half, and Maren Haile-Selassie had a late goal and an assist as the Fire beat the Whitecaps in a matchup of former Bayern Munich teammates Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Müller.
How can Canada improve as Nations League approaches?
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.
Report: Ronaldo issues ultimatum, won’t return to Portugal while Jesus remains coach
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.
International Friendly: Argentina 3, Benin 0
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 can't capitalize on chances in loss to USA in friendly
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.
Ellis knocks it home to give USA lead in first half
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.
'It really comes down to pride': Brennan, Kilbane on Canada renewing rivalry with USA
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.
Is Marsch engaging in psychological warfare with his comments about United States?
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.
How emotional will Messi's last game for Argentina be for the fans?
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.
Marsch explains why Buchanan and Larin have left camp ahead of game against U.S.
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.
Marsch insists he has no 'grudge' with U.S. Soccer: 'People want to take it that way'
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.
'They're a measuring stick': Matches against U.S. hold extra meaning for CanMNT
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.
Jack on Canada/U.S. rivalry: 'They will need each other during this World Cup cycle'
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.
Oluwaseyi: 'His personality and the way he is fits in perfectly with who we are as a team'
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.
'Those are really strong words': ESPN FC reacts to Marsch's comments on United States
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.
Canada vs. United States is more than just an international friendly
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.
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