Jesse Marsch has finalized his 26-man squad for the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, signaling Canada's serious intent to capture their first trophy since their 2000 Gold Cup triumph. The roster, announced on June 5, 2025, blends seasoned veterans with emerging talents, aiming to navigate a challenging path through the tournament.
Goalkeepers:
The goalkeeping contingent features a trio of experienced shot-stoppers: Maxime Crépeau (Portland Timbers), Tom McGill (Brighton & Hove Albion), and Dayne St. Clair (Minnesota United FC). Crépeau's consistent performances in MLS, McGill's promising development at Brighton, and St. Clair's shot-stopping abilities provide Marsch with reliable options between the posts.
Defenders:
The defensive unit showcases a mix of domestic and international experience. Sam Adekugbe (Vancouver Whitecaps FC), Derek Cornelius (Olympique de Marseille), Luc De Fougerolles (Fulham FC), Jamie Knight-Lebel (Bristol City FC), Richie Laryea (Toronto FC), Alistair Johnston (Celtic FC), Kamal Miller (Portland Timbers), Niko Sigur (Hadjuk Split), and Joel Waterman (CF Montréal) form a solid defensive foundation. The inclusion of Alistair Johnston, a regular for Celtic, is a significant boost.
Midfielders:
The midfield is a dynamic blend of creativity and steel. Ali Ahmed (Vancouver Whitecaps FC), Tajon Buchanan (Inter Milan, on loan at Villarreal CF), Mathieu Choinière (Grasshopper Zurich), Stephen Eustáquio (FC Porto), Ismaël Koné (Olympique de Marseille, on loan at Stade Rennais), Jayden Nelson (Vancouver Whitecaps FC), Jonathan Osorio (Toronto FC), Nathan Saliba (CF Montréal), and Jacob Shaffelburg (Nashville SC) bring a diverse range of skills to the team. Jonathan Osorio's return from injury is a welcome sight for Canadian fans.
Forwards:
The forward line is spearheaded by Jonathan David (LOSC Lille), accompanied by Promise David (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise), Daniel Jebbison (AFC Bournemouth), Cyle Larin (RCD Mallorca), and Tani Oluwaseyi (Minnesota United FC). Jonathan David's goal-scoring prowess will be crucial to Canada's success.
Notable Absences and Key Inclusions:
Captain Alphonso Davies remains sidelined due to a knee injury, a significant blow to Canada's aspirations. Moïse Bombito is also absent due to a wrist injury. However, the return of Alistair Johnston and Jonathan Osorio bolsters the squad. Zorhan Bassong is the only player from the Canadian Shield squad who will not participate in the Gold Cup.
Tournament Outlook:
Canada begins their Gold Cup campaign on June 17 against Honduras at BC Place in Vancouver, followed by matches against Curaçao and El Salvador in Houston, Texas. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage.
Jesse Marsch has expressed confidence in his squad, stating, "We're excited to be bringing a very strong squad to the upcoming Gold Cup. We're very confident in the group and are looking forward to challenging for the title.”
Full Roster:
With a blend of experience and youth, Canada aims to make a deep run in the 2025 Gold Cup and secure their first trophy in over two decades.
