Jonathan David, Promise David aim to shine for Canada at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:39 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Canada's national soccer team features forwards Jonathan David and Promise David in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both players will participate in the opening match against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12 in Toronto. Although they share a last name, the pair are not related; Jonathan has Haitian roots, while Promise is of Nigerian descent. Their club careers began in Belgium, with Jonathan progressing to more prominent European teams. Canada's co-hosting of the World Cup adds significance to their participation.
- •Canada's World Cup match starts June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- •Jonathan David comes from Haiti; Promise David has Nigerian heritage.
- •Both players began their club careers in Belgium.
- •They'll contribute to Canada's campaign as co-hosts of the tournament.
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — How Jonathan David, Promise David are related for Canada at FIFA World Cup
"The Canadian side has a pair of players who share a last name.
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