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‘Keep taking massive strides forward,’ Richie Laryea, Promise David, Dayne St. Clair, Canada set targets on path ahead

In their first camp since the 2026 FIFA World Cup the Canadian men’s national team have been pretty clear about their goals as a group: lift some silverware and set themselves up for the next World Cup. When the squad…

Canadian Soccer Daily

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 10:31 PM

Key Things to Know

Canada's men's national team convened for its first camp since the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Manager Jesse Marsch wants the team to reach a top-24 ranking to secure a Pot Two World Cup draw.
Players aim to win silverware and end a 26-year tournament drought dating back to 2000.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Canadian men's national soccer team has convened for its first training camp following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, establishing clear targets for the upcoming cycle. Manager Jesse Marsch stated that this period represents a continuation of the work started in 2024, aiming to push Canada into the top-24 global rankings and compete for major trophies.

Players Richie Laryea, Promise David, and Dayne St. Clair emphasized focusing on immediate competitions such as the Concacaf Gold Cup, Copa América, and Nations League. The squad is targeting its first silverware since the 2000 Gold Cup victory while preparing for the 2030 World Cup.

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