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Edmonton Journal
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Canadian men reach record high in FIFA world rankings
The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Article content Canada was ranked 49th when the American coach took over in May 2024. The Canadians have climbed steadily since to No. 48, 40, 38 and 35, surpassing its previous high of No. 33 (set in February 2022 under former coach John Herdman after an impressive World Cup qualifying run) when it reached No. 31 in November. Article content Article content Canada closed out the year unchanged at No. 31 before setting a new mark in April at No. 30. Article content Article content Since then, the Canadians beat Ukraine 4-2 and lost to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout in the Canadian Shield Tournament and defeated Honduras 6-0 and El Salvador 2-0, drawn Curacao 1-1, and lost a penalty shootout to Guatemala at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Article content Canada's lowest ranking was No. 122 in October 2014. Article content The top five teams in the new rankings are unchanged with Argentina No. 1 followed by Spain, France, England and Brazil. Portugal jumps one place to No. 6, dropping the Netherlands to No. 7. Belgium is unchanged at No. 8 with Germany and Croatia each climbing one spot to No. 9 and No. 10, respectively. Article content Italy drops two places to No. 11. Article content Gold Cup winner Mexico jumps four spots to No. 13, behind unchanged Morocco, to leapfrog the U.S. and take over top spot in CONCACAF. The Americans, beaten 2-1 by Mexico in Sunday's Gold Cup final, moved up one place to No. 15. Article content Article content Canada ranks third in CONCACAF, which covers North and Central America and the Caribbean. Article content Canada's next matches are against No. 48 Romania in Bucharest and No. 31 Wales in Swansea during the September FIFA window, followed by home and away friendlies in October against No. 24 Australia in Montreal and No. 14 Colombia in Harrison, N.J. Article content Co-host Canada opens World Cup play on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Article content Costa Rica is the biggest climber in the new rankings, up 14 places to No. 40 after making the Gold Cup quarterfinals, where it lost to the U.S. in a penalty shootout. No. 66 Honduras, up nine places, and No. 100 Guatemala, up six places, also jump thanks to making the Gold Cup semifinals.
National Post
10-07-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Canadian men reach record high in FIFA world rankings
The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Article content Canada was ranked 49th when the American coach took over in May 2024. The Canadians have climbed steadily since to No. 48, 40, 38 and 35, surpassing its previous high of No. 33 (set in February 2022 under former coach John Herdman after an impressive World Cup qualifying run) when it reached No. 31 in November. Article content Article content Article content Canada closed out the year unchanged at No. 31 before setting a new mark in April at No. 30. Article content Since then, the Canadians beat Ukraine 4-2 and lost to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout in the Canadian Shield Tournament and defeated Honduras 6-0 and El Salvador 2-0, drawn Curacao 1-1, and lost a penalty shootout to Guatemala at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Article content Canada's lowest ranking was No. 122 in October 2014. Article content The top five teams in the new rankings are unchanged with Argentina No. 1 followed by Spain, France, England and Brazil. Portugal jumps one place to No. 6, dropping the Netherlands to No. 7. Belgium is unchanged at No. 8 with Germany and Croatia each climbing one spot to No. 9 and No. 10, respectively. Article content Italy drops two places to No. 11. Article content Gold Cup winner Mexico jumps four spots to No. 13, behind unchanged Morocco, to leapfrog the U.S. and take over top spot in CONCACAF. The Americans, beaten 2-1 by Mexico in Sunday's Gold Cup final, moved up one place to No. 15. Article content Canada ranks third in CONCACAF, which covers North and Central America and the Caribbean. Article content Canada's next matches are against No. 48 Romania in Bucharest and No. 31 Wales in Swansea during the September FIFA window, followed by home and away friendlies in October against No. 24 Australia in Montreal and No. 14 Colombia in Harrison, N.J. Article content Co-host Canada opens World Cup play on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Article content Costa Rica is the biggest climber in the new rankings, up 14 places to No. 40 after making the Gold Cup quarterfinals, where it lost to the U.S. in a penalty shootout. No. 66 Honduras, up nine places, and No. 100 Guatemala, up six places, also jump thanks to making the Gold Cup semifinals. Article content
Hamilton Spectator
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadian men reach record high, climbing two places to No. 28 in FIFA world rankings
The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Canada was ranked 49th when the American coach took over in May 2024. The Canadians have climbed steadily since to No. 48, 40, 38 and 35, surpassing its previous high of No. 33 (set in February 2022 under former coach John Herdman after an impressive World Cup qualifying run) when it reached No. 31 in November. Canada closed out the year unchanged at No. 31 before setting a new mark in April at No. 30. Since then, the Canadians beat Ukraine 4-2 and lost to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout in the Canadian Shield Tournament and defeated Honduras 6-0 and El Salvador 2-0, drawn Curaçao 1-1, and lost a penalty shootout to Guatemala at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Canada's lowest ranking was No. 122 in October 2014. The top five teams in the new rankings are unchanged with Argentina No. 1 followed by Spain, France, England and Brazil. Portugal jumps one place to No. 6, dropping the Netherlands to No. 7. Belgium is unchanged at No. 8 with Germany and Croatia each climbing one spot to No. 9 and No. 10, respectively. Italy drops two places to No. 11. Gold Cup winner Mexico jumps four spots to No. 13, behind unchanged Morocco, to leapfrog the U.S. and take over top spot in CONCACAF. The Americans, beaten 2-1 by Mexico in Sunday's Gold Cup final, moved up one place to No. 15. Canada ranks third in CONCACAF, which covers North and Central America and the Caribbean. Canada's next matches are against No. 48 Romania in Bucharest and No. 31 Wales in Swansea during the September FIFA window, followed by home and away friendlies in October against No. 24 Australia in Montréal and No. 14 Colombia in Harrison, N.J. Co-host Canada opens World Cup play on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Costa Rica is the biggest climber in the new rankings, up 14 places to No. 40 after making the Gold Cup quarterfinals, where it lost to the U.S. in a penalty shootout. No. 66 Honduras, up nine places, and No. 100 Guatemala, up six places, also jump thanks to making the Gold Cup semifinals. No. 70 Jamaica, No. 90 Haiti, No. 132 Congo and No. 171 Maldives each fell seven places. FIFA says 202 matches were played since the last rankings. —- This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 10
CBC
10-07-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Canadian men reach record high, climbing to No. 28 in FIFA world rankings
Social Sharing The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Canada was ranked 49th when the American coach took over in May 2024. The Canadians have climbed steadily since to No. 48, 40, 38 and 35, surpassing its previous high of No. 33 (set in February 2022 under former coach John Herdman after an impressive World Cup qualifying run) when it reached No. 31 in November. Canada closed out the year unchanged at No. 31 before setting a new mark in April at No. 30. WATCH | Analyzing Canada's Gold Cup performance: Analyzing Jesse Marsch's Gold Cup tournament, plus Jonathan David's transfer to Juventus 2 days ago Duration 12:04 Soccer analyst Jordan Wilson joins Andi Petrillo on Just Soccer to break down the Gold Cup Final, Jesse Marsch's performance in the tournament, and the significance of Jonathan David's move to Serie A. Since then, the Canadians beat Ukraine 4-2 and lost to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout in the Canadian Shield Tournament and defeated Honduras 6-0 and El Salvador 2-0, drawn Curacao 1-1, and lost a penalty shootout to Guatemala at the Concacaf Gold Cup. Canada's lowest ranking was No. 122 in October 2014. The top five teams in the new rankings are unchanged with Argentina No. 1 followed by Spain, France, England and Brazil. Portugal jumps one place to No. 6, dropping the Netherlands to No. 7. Belgium is unchanged at No. 8 with Germany and Croatia each climbing one spot to No. 9 and No. 10, respectively. Italy drops two places to No. 11. WATCH | Waiting for the World Cup: Waiting for the World Cup 29 days ago Duration 2:23 Gold Cup winner Mexico jumps four spots to No. 13, behind unchanged Morocco, to leapfrog the U.S. and take over top spot in Concacaf. The Americans, beaten 2-1 by Mexico in Sunday's Gold Cup final, moved up one place to No. 15. Canada ranks third in Concacaf, which covers North and Central America and the Caribbean. Canada's next matches are against No. 48 Romania in Bucharest and No. 31 Wales in Swansea during the September FIFA window, followed by home and away friendlies in October against No. 24 Australia in Montreal and No. 14 Colombia in Harrison, N.J. Co-host Canada opens World Cup play on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Costa Rica is the biggest climber in the new rankings, up 14 places to No. 40 after making the Gold Cup quarterfinals, where it lost to the U.S. in a penalty shootout. No. 66 Honduras, up nine places, and No. 100 Guatemala, up six places, also jump thanks to making the Gold Cup semifinals. No. 70 Jamaica, No. 90 Haiti, No. 132 Congo and No. 171 Maldives each fell seven places. FIFA says 202 matches were played since the last rankings. Jonathan David: 'We've matured and got better' ahead of 2026 World Cup 29 days ago Duration 8:54 Anastasia Bucsis sits down with Canadian soccer star Jonathan David to talk about the 2026 World Cup, captaining at the Gold Cup, transfer rumours, and his impact at Lille in France.
Winnipeg Free Press
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian men reach record high, climbing two places to No. 28 in FIFA world rankings
The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings. Canada was ranked 49th when the American coach took over in May 2024. The Canadians have climbed steadily since to No. 48, 40, 38 and 35, surpassing its previous high of No. 33 (set in February 2022 under former coach John Herdman after an impressive World Cup qualifying run) when it reached No. 31 in November. Canada closed out the year unchanged at No. 31 before setting a new mark in April at No. 30. Since then, the Canadians beat Ukraine 4-2 and lost to Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout in the Canadian Shield Tournament and defeated Honduras 6-0 and El Salvador 2-0, drawn Curaçao 1-1, and lost a penalty shootout to Guatemala at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Canada's lowest ranking was No. 122 in October 2014. The top five teams in the new rankings are unchanged with Argentina No. 1 followed by Spain, France, England and Brazil. Portugal jumps one place to No. 6, dropping the Netherlands to No. 7. Belgium is unchanged at No. 8 with Germany and Croatia each climbing one spot to No. 9 and No. 10, respectively. Italy drops two places to No. 11. Gold Cup winner Mexico jumps four spots to No. 13, behind unchanged Morocco, to leapfrog the U.S. and take over top spot in CONCACAF. The Americans, beaten 2-1 by Mexico in Sunday's Gold Cup final, moved up one place to No. 15. Canada ranks third in CONCACAF, which covers North and Central America and the Caribbean. Canada's next matches are against No. 48 Romania in Bucharest and No. 31 Wales in Swansea during the September FIFA window, followed by home and away friendlies in October against No. 24 Australia in Montréal and No. 14 Colombia in Harrison, N.J. Co-host Canada opens World Cup play on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Costa Rica is the biggest climber in the new rankings, up 14 places to No. 40 after making the Gold Cup quarterfinals, where it lost to the U.S. in a penalty shootout. No. 66 Honduras, up nine places, and No. 100 Guatemala, up six places, also jump thanks to making the Gold Cup semifinals. No. 70 Jamaica, No. 90 Haiti, No. 132 Congo and No. 171 Maldives each fell seven places. FIFA says 202 matches were played since the last rankings. — This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 10
