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A look at Canada’s incredible World Cup team!

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2022-11-23 13:53:33

Canada is playing in this year's World Cup for the first time since 1986.

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In '86, Canada was there, and there it is. This year, the team should at least score a goal!

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The offense has a few good players. Alphonso Davies, 22, is one of those who could make a difference.

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He has great athleticism that allows him to be in the right place at the right time.

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His personal story is also incredible, as he was born in a refugee camp in Ghana. What a journey it's been to the biggest sporting event on the planet!

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Jonathan David, 22, is a member of the Canadian squad, and could be a major offensive factor.

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A few years ago, the Canadian and American national could have also played for Haiti, where he is originally from.

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David has been making a big splash in the French league, so big things are expected of him and his foot.

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Cyle Larin is older at 27. The power forward plays for Club Brugge and has been impressing for several years.

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Larin's foot is very effective when aiming for the corner of the huge goal.

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Cyle Larin is the all-time leading scorer for the Canadian men's soccer team. Let's hope he scores big at the tournament!

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We'll get back to the players in a moment, but it's important to also talk about the men's coach, John Herdman.

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Moving from the women's team to the men's team a few years ago, Herdman has created a winning atmosphere for his team.

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Many agree that he was the glue that holds Canada's men's team together today.

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Atiba Hutchinson is almost 40 years old, and will be the oldest player at the tournament.

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His teammates see him as the great leader every team needs.

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Milan Borjan is an experienced goalkeeper at 35 years of age.

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He has been a key part of Canada's success to date. He will need to continue to excel at the World Cup if his team is to have any hope of winning games.

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In closing, six Montreal CF players made the team. Kamal Miller, Alistair Johnston and Samuel Piette are regulars on the national team.

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Ismael Kone, Joel Waterman and James Pantemis also convinced Coach Herdman to select them.

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Finally, there are a few other valuable players to watch out for in Canada, such as Tajon Buchanan, Stephen Eustaquio, Steven Vitoria and Jonathan Osorio. Enjoy the tournament!

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