Jesse Marsch leads Canada into World Cup knockout stage, faces South Africa next
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:28 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Jesse Marsch has guided Canada into the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time. Canada will face South Africa in Los Angeles on June 30 for a chance to advance further. Marsch's tenure follows a challenging period managing Leeds in the Premier League and a snub for the USA national team role. His leadership has significantly connected him with the Canadian squad, including supporting players through injuries.
- •Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 in the group stage.
- •Marsch has developed strong bonds with the players.
- •Canada faces South Africa for a spot in the last 16 on June 30.
- •Marsch previously managed Leeds and was not selected for the USA head coach position.
- •A loss to Switzerland affected Canada's grouping but they still advanced.
- 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Derided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
- 11:28 AMBBC Sport — Derided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
"Derided by Leeds fans and snubbed by the USA, Jesse Marsch has faced difficult moments in his career - but appears to have found his home with Canada as they look to reach the World Cup last 16.
"Derided by Leeds fans and snubbed by the USA, Jesse Marsch has faced difficult moments in his career - but appears to have found his home with Canada as they look to reach the World Cup last 16.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 11:28 AMDerided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
Derided by Leeds fans and snubbed by the USA, Jesse Marsch has faced difficult moments in his career - but appears to have found his home with Canada as they look to reach the World Cup last 16.
- BBC SportJun 28, 2026, 11:28 AMDerided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
Derided by Leeds fans and snubbed by the USA, Jesse Marsch has faced difficult moments in his career - but appears to have found his home with Canada as they look to reach the World Cup last 16.
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