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World Cup run ‘set the tone’ for Canada, what CanMNT consider success has changed

Jesse Marsch and his Canadian men’s national team are never satisfied. That mindset of always wanting more could push Canada to achieve their goals over the next four years. If you told fans six months ago that Canada would get…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 3:27 PM
World Cup run ‘set the tone’ for Canada, what CanMNT consider success has changed
Key Things to Know
  • Canada has raised its expectations and redefined success following a historic run to the World Cup Round of 16.
  • Midfielder Nathan Saliba and manager Jesse Marsch stated the team is now focused on winning trophies.
  • Veteran midfielder Samuel Piette will be honored in Montreal during his 70th and likely final Canada appearance.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Canada head coach Jesse Marsch and his players believe their recent World Cup run to the Round of 16 has changed the paradigm of success for the national team. Following their historic knockout performance, the squad has raised expectations and shifted focus toward winning trophies and competing with major global powers.

Ahead of friendlies against Peru in Montreal and the United States in St. Paul, Marsch and veteran midfielder Samuel Piette emphasized that the team aims to build on their momentum heading into the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals.

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