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WATCH: Red hot Atletico forward Jonathan David scores Canada’s opening goal in CanMNT’s 1st match since World Cup

It barely took 10 minutes for Canada’s all-time leading goalscorer to put his name on the scoresheet in Canada’s first match since the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Red-hot Jonathan David continued his goalscoring streak, tapping home Canada’s opening goal against…

Canadian Soccer Daily

Published: Saturday, 26 September 2026 at 11:41 PM

Key Things to Know

Canada defeated Chile 1-0 at BMO Field behind a 12th-minute goal from captain Jonathan David.
David dedicated his goal celebration to injured Canadian teammate Derek Cornelius.
David is currently playing for Atletico Madrid on loan following a season with Juventus.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Jonathan David scored in the 12th minute to lead Canada to a 1-0 victory against Chile in an international friendly at BMO Field on Saturday. Serving as team captain, David tapped home the only goal of the game and used his celebration to honor injured teammate Derek Cornelius.

David's international strike continues an impressive scoring run following his loan move from Juventus to Atletico Madrid. Canada head coach Jesse Marsch praised David's form, noting the striker has now scored in each of his first three LaLiga games for Atletico.

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