Canada is just one positive result away from punching its ticket to the Concacaf Nations League semifinals.
After an impressive fourth-place finish at Copa América 2024, Canada has enjoyed a four-game unbeaten streak over the last three months. The Reds defeated the U.S. men's national team on U.S. soil for the first time since 1957, then went on to secure a goalless draw with Mexico and a victory over Panama.
Jesse Marsch's side kept to its winning ways with a 0–1 victory over Suriname in the first leg of the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals. Junior Hoilett found the back of the net in the 82nd minute, giving Canada the advantage heading into the second leg at BMO Field.
Marsch will once again be without his best player as Alphonso Davies recovers from fatigue, leaving Ali Ahmed set to start in his place for a second consecutive match. Canada will also be without Derek Cornelius, who is out with a chest injury. Several of Marsch's typical starters, including Cyle Larin, are set to return to the XI, though, after only featuring off the bench in the first leg.
Here's how Canada could line up against Suriname in the second leg on Nov. 19.
