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GOAL breaks down Jesse Marsch’s tactics, leadership style and growing influence as Canada prepare for the 2026 World Cup on home soil.

Canada boss Jesse Marsch expects Alphonso Davies to feature at the World Cup despite the Bayern Munich defender continuing his recovery from a hamstring tear. However, the left-back is unlikely to be fit for the tournament opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Canada’s injury-hit squad faces tough roster decisions as Jesse Marsch prepares to unveil Canada’s 2026 World Cup team on May 29.

World Cup fans could face some of the highest game-day costs at Levi’s Stadium, MetLife Stadium and SoFi Stadium, adding to already expensive tickets. Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., ranked as the most expensive of the 16 venues, with fans spending $34.24 for one beer and one basic meal, according to new research by SeatPick.

The World Cup is less than a month away, yet the tangible excitement for the biggest tournament ever is hard to find.

With Canada’s World Cup squad deadline looming, Jesse Marsch faces major decisions as injuries cloud the status of stars like Alphonso Davies and Moïse Bombito. GOAL breaks down the CanMNT roster by tiers, from locked-in starters such as Jonathan David and Stephen Eustàquio to bubble players battling for the final spots.

Will the injured Alphonso Davies play in the home World Cup? FC Bayern Munich will decide.

Trailblazing Americans have made their coaching marks not only in MLS and with the USMNT, but in England, Germany and France

Canada national team head coach Jesse Marsch has launched a scathing attack on Tottenham Hotspur boss Roberto De Zerbi, labelling the Italian "a real a*shole." The outburst stems from De Zerbi's controversial treatment of midfielder Ismael Kone during their brief shared tenure at Marseille.

A potential buyer has emerged for the Vancouver Whitecaps, with plans to move the club to Las Vegas. Grant Gustavson has submitted a formal bid to MLS amid growing relocation talks. The son of billionaire Tamara Gustavson, he enters a process that has put the Canadian club’s future under intense scrutiny this week.

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has once again stepped in to defend the astronomical pricing of tickets for the 2026 World Cup. Facing an onslaught of criticism from supporters who have labelled the costs as "shameful," the head of world football's governing body claims the move is a financial necessity.

World Cup final ticket prices have risen sharply from initial projections. FIFA’s latest sales window lists seats as high as $10,900, with entry-level tickets priced at $5,785. In the original bid, the U.S., Canada and Mexico projected Category 3 tickets starting at $695 and capped at $1,550, marking a significant increase.