Herdman leaves Canada role to manage MLS club Toronto

Herdman leaves Canada role to manage MLS club Toronto

John Herdman has left his role as Canada's national team manager to become the new head coach of Toronto FC. Herdman will, however, continue helping Canada during the transitional period over the next month. The 48-year-old coach will then officially take over at Toronto on Oct. 1. Herdman claims time was right to take Toronto […]

Canada

/ 23 days ago

Herdman leaves Canada role to manage MLS club Toronto

John Herdman has left his role as Canada's national team manager to become the new head coach of Toronto FC. Herdman will, however, continue helping Canada during the transitional period over the next month. The 48-year-old coach will then officially take over at Toronto on Oct. 1. Herdman claims time was right to take Toronto […]

Canada

/ 37 days ago

Toronto FC holds informal talks Canada coach John Herdman

Toronto FC may not be looking far geographically for its next manager, as John Herdman is a potential name. The current Canada Men's National Team head coach has had introductory discussions with the Canadian club. Currently, Terry Dunfield is serving as manager of Toronto FC after the club sacked Bob Bradley this summer. According to […]

Canada

/ 50 days ago

The future of watching soccer on TV is happening in Canada

The landscape of soccer broadcasting has undergone a seismic shift in recent years. Streaming services are displacing traditional television as the primary home for the most coveted competitions. Major tournaments like the World Cup and Euros air on conventional networks like CTV and TSN in Canada, leveraging their unrivaled reach. However, prominent leagues across Europe […]

Canada

/ 52 days ago

Canada crashes out of Women's World Cup after host beatdown

Canada finished third in its group at the Women's World Cup after three games, ensuring the side exits the tournament early. The Canadian women entered the tournament as one of the contenders to win the competition. However, a 4-0 thumping at the hands of hosts Australia ensures the Canucks are heading home early. The 2020 […]

Canada

/ 57 days ago

Canada NT send 'cease and desist' letter to Federation sponsors

In the midst of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, emotions are running high among the men's side. As part of its continuing labor dispute with Canada Soccer, the Canadian men's soccer team issued cease and desist orders to the organization's sponsors. The squad claims that Canada Soccer is using the upcoming Women's World Cup […]

Canada

/ 63 days ago

Canada begins World Cup run as clash with federation continues

The Canada women's national team is set to start their 2023 Women's World Cup Thursday night in Australia. Players on the team will be looking forward to getting back to the pitch after dealing with off-field issues. Team members have been in a dispute with their federation over pay and working conditions for months now. […]

Canada

/ 77 days ago

USA vs Canada: Where to watch in the US

The USA vs Canada is a rivalry that's blossoming before our eyes. After qualifying for their first World Cup since 1986 in 2022, and set to co-host in 2026, Canada is emerging as a keystone team in CONCACAF. And so matches with the USMNT are carrying greater importance than ever. Where to find USA vs […]

Canada

/ 82 days ago

FIFA to give Canada Soccer a lifeline with $5 million loan

FIFA will give Canada Soccer a lifeline by granting a $5 million interest-free loan. Canadian Soccer has been enduring a difficult financial situation as it incurred a deficit of 6.3 million CAD in 2022. A deficit will come at the end of 2023. The Athletic has reported that Canada Soccer had applied for a $5 […]

Canada

/ 87 days ago

Canada Soccer contemplates filing for bankruptcy

Canada Soccer is struggling to stay afloat, and bankruptcy is now a real threat to the Federation. With the Canadian teams competing in the Gold Cup and Women's World Cup in July, the financial situation continues to weaken. A lack of profitable media rights and friendlies depleted the cash reserves of Canada Soccer. In an […]

Canada

/ 94 days ago

Canada coach says Federation is not serious about World Cup

John Herdman, the head coach of the Canada National Team, is frustrated with his own Federation ahead of the 2026 World Cup that the nation is co-hosting. Following a Nations League Final loss against the United States, Herdman vented some of his frustrations to the media. With a talented squad that includes top talents like […]

Canada

/ 94 days ago

USMNT defeats Canada to win second Nations League title

The USMNT comfortably dispatched Canada in the Nations League Final to defend its title in 2023. It is now the third-straight Concacaf trophy that has gone to the USMNT. The other two were the 2021 Nations League and that same summer's Gold Cup. The United States can make it four-for-four as it begins this year's […]