Canada‘s national team is readying itself to compete for the first time in its history in Copa America, with this year’s expanded edition hosted by its immediate southern neighbor.
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They are currently experiencing their best footballing moment thanks toBayern Munich star Alphonso Davies, although all the spotlight will be on the tactical performance of coach Jesse Marsch’s team.
FIFA Ranking: 49
Coach:
- Name: Jesse Marsch
- Age: 50 years old
- Profile: The U.S. born coach has experience leading several teams in Europe’s top leagues like Leeds United and RB Leipzig, and earlier as an assistant coach for the U.S. Men’s National Team; he now begins a new phase at the helm of Canada.
Best Player:
- Name: Alphonso Boyle Davies
- Age: 23 years old
- Team: Bayern Munich
- Position: Left-Back
- Profile: The young Canadian is considered one of the best left backs in elite soccer thanks to his speed and unbalanced play.
Statistics in Copa America:
- Appearances: 0
- Record: 0 wins / 0 losses / 0 draws
- Best performance: This will be his first appearance in the tournament.