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CanMNT keen to avoid antics, have ‘added savviness to the way we do things’: Marsch

It’s much easier to win a game with all 11 of your players on the field. While that might seem like — and is exceedingly — an obvious fact, as Canada head coach Jesse Marsch pointed out again after their…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 3:51 PM
CanMNT keen to avoid antics, have ‘added savviness to the way we do things’: Marsch
Key Things to Know
  • Jesse Marsch stated Canada has added savviness and discipline to counter tough opponents without getting lured into conflicts.
  • Canada defeated Peru 2-0 in a friendly match held in Montréal on Saturday.
  • Five of Canada's last 14 matches featured at least one red card, totaling eight dismissals across those games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Canada head coach Jesse Marsch emphasized his squad's growth in discipline and tactical maturity following a 2-0 friendly win over Peru in Montréal on Saturday. Marsch noted that Les Rouges have actively worked over the past two years to overcome on-field naivety when facing aggressive and experienced opponents worldwide.

The focus on discipline comes after a stretch where five of Canada's last 14 games saw at least one red card shown. Marsch highlighted that his team maintained composure and avoided unnecessary bookings against Peru, applying key lessons learned from their previous Copa América encounters.

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