A look at Canada’s incredible World Cup team!

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A look at Canada’s incredible World Cup team!
Canada is playing in this year's World Cup for the first time since 1986.

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

  Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup

Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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Larin's foot is very effective when aiming for the corner of the huge goal.

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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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Many agree that he was the glue that holds Canada's men's team together today.

  Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup

Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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Atiba Hutchinson is almost 40 years old, and will be the oldest player at the tournament.

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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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His teammates see him as the great leader every team needs.

  Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup

Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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Milan Borjan is an experienced goalkeeper at 35 years of age.

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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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.

  Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup

Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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Ismael Kone, Joel Waterman and James Pantemis also convinced Coach Herdman to select them.

  Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup

Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup
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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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