Canada arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as co-hosts, and manager Jesse Marsch has confirmed his 26-man squad for the tournament across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Captain Alphonso Davies headlines the group, with Jonathan David and Stephen Eustaquio in support, and Canada open their campaign in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar, and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
This guide lists the full confirmed 26-man Canada roster by position, a look at the tactical roles, and a projected starting XI for the group opener. You can also download a free printable one-page version of the squad using the button below.
2026 Canada World Cup Roster
Marsch cut a 32-man preliminary group to the final 26, balancing European-based stars with the MLS core. The list below is the official 26 confirmed for the tournament. You can find team updates on the official FIFA Canada team page.
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| Manager | Jesse Marsch |
| Captain | Alphonso Davies |
| Confirmed squad | 26 players |
| Group | Group B |
| Group opponents | Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia-Herzegovina |
| Announced | May 29, 2026 |
Canada Roster Position Breakdown & Tactical Roles
Goalkeepers
- Dayne St. Clair – Inter Miami
- Maxime Crepeau – Orlando City
- Owen Goodman – Barnsley
Defenders
- Alphonso Davies (C) – Bayern Munich
- Alistair Johnston – Celtic
- Moise Bombito – OGC Nice
- Derek Cornelius – Marseille
- Luc de Fougerolles – Fulham
- Alfie Jones – Middlesbrough
- Richie Laryea – Toronto FC
- Niko Sigur – Hajduk Split
- Joel Waterman – Chicago Fire
Midfielders
- Stephen Eustaquio – FC Porto
- Ismael Kone – Sassuolo
- Tajon Buchanan – Villarreal
- Mathieu Choiniere – LAFC
- Liam Millar – Hull City
- Jonathan Osorio – Toronto FC
- Nathan Saliba – Anderlecht
- Jacob Shaffelburg – LAFC
- Ali Ahmed – Norwich City
- Marcelo Flores – Tigres UANL
Forwards / Attackers
- Jonathan David – Juventus
- Cyle Larin – Mallorca
- Tani Oluwaseyi – Villarreal
- Promise David – Union SG
Predicted Canada Starting XI: Group Stage Opener
The lineup below is one likely setup in a 4-2-3-1 for the opening match. It is a projection based on recent team selection and current form, not an official team sheet. Note: captain Alphonso Davies is doubtful for the opener as he manages a hamstring injury.
Predicted Lineup Layout
- GK: St. Clair
- DEF: Johnston, Cornelius, Bombito, Laryea
- MID: Eustaquio, Kone, Buchanan, Osorio, Shaffelburg
- FWD: Jonathan David
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Canada World Cup Roster
Is this the final Canada World Cup roster?
Yes. Jesse Marsch named the final 26-man squad on May 29, 2026, and it is the list Canada will take into the group stage. Squad changes are permitted only in the event of a serious injury before the team’s opening match.
Where can I track the full tournament brackets?
You can follow every round with our free printable 2026 World Cup bracket, and build your own picks with the Custom Bracket Maker.
Who does Canada play in the group stage?
Canada play in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar, and Bosnia-Herzegovina. You can view the full Canada match schedule, with dates, venues, and kickoff times, on our 2026 Canada World Cup schedule page.
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