What to know
- Canada Soccer is expected to unveil its final FIFA World Cup roster on Friday ahead of the tournament’s June 11 kickoff.
- Head coach Jesse Marsch selected 32 players for training camp in Charlotte, N.C., with six players still set to be cut from the squad.
- The roster reveal is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EST on TSN as excitement continues to build across the country.
- Toronto and Vancouver will host a combined 13 World Cup matches, including multiple knockout-stage games.
With the world’s biggest sporting event now just two weeks away, Canada Soccer is set to unveil its squad for the FIFA World Cup on Friday.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks off on June 11, with the first match on Canadian soil scheduled for June 12.
As the tournament rapidly approaches, anticipation continues to build over which players will be selected to help Canada chase glory on home turf this summer. That wait is finally set to end, as Canada Soccer and head coach Jesse Marsch are expected to officially reveal the national team roster on Friday.
The announcement follows the selection of 32 players invited to this week’s training camp in Charlotte, N.C., meaning six players will ultimately see their World Cup hopes put on hold for now.
The roster is expected to be revealed at 7:00 p.m. EST on TSN, bringing fans one step closer to the start of the tournament.
FIFA World Cup kicks off in under two weeks
The Canadian Men’s National Team has also been fueling excitement ahead of the reveal, recently posting a video showing workers transporting an unknown object to the top of the CN Tower. The clip has sparked speculation among fans that the landmark could play a role in Friday’s announcement.
Tomorrow.#OurGameNow pic.twitter.com/KrJAMSQfKm
— CANMNT (@CANMNT_Official) May 29, 2026
Toronto is set to host six World Cup matches beginning June 12 at BMO Field, with additional games scheduled for June 17, 20, 23, and 26, along with a Round of 32 match on July 2.
Vancouver will host a total of seven matches at B.C. Place, beginning June 13, followed by games on June 18, 21, 24, and 26, as well as two knockout-stage matches on July 2 and July 7.
