Canada vs. Romania: What you need to know
Friday’s game in Bucharest gives Canada a chance win against a team from Europe on European soil for the first time since 2011.
The Canadian men's team came up short at this summer's Gold Cup when it bowed out at the quarter-final stage following a penalty shootout loss to Guatemala. But that disappointment is in the rearview mirror for Canada who now turns its attention to preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
As co-hosts, Canada doesn't have to go through the gruelling Concacaf qualification process to secure a World Cup berth. At the same time, Les Rouges will only play 10 friendlies across five FIFA international windows between now and then.
That’s why Canada’s two matches this month vs. Romania and Wales are so important. Time is short, and competitive games are few and far between, so the Canadians must make the most of the few opportunities they have to come together as a team to properly prepare for the World Cup.
Here’s what you need to know about Friday's game between Canada and Romania at Arena Națională in Bucharest (2:00 p.m. ET/TSN & OneSoccer).
