Marsch's long-term approach with Canada pays dividends vs. Guatemala
Several youngsters made their debuts in a 1-0 victory, which speaks to the identity that’s been built since Jesse Marsch took over in 2024.
Although there were no names on the back of Canada’s red and white kits, Saturday’s friendly contest versus Guatemala in Los Angeles felt like the squad that’s risen to prominence under coach Jesse Marsch.
There was no Alphonso Davies on the left side. Stephen Eustáquio’s No. 7 was worn by someone else. But the patterns of play and dogged pressing felt like the Canada squad that looks to go far in this summer’s FIFA World Cup.
It’s a fact, with several young Canadians making their debuts and pitching in for a 1-0 victory, that speaks to the identity that’s been built since Marsch took over in 2024.
