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Canada want to hang with the world's best teams. Their Gold Cup failure proved they're not ready to do that at next year's World Cup - yet. #CANMNT's next year has to be about results and bring serious change, on and off the field. For @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Canada is out of the Gold Cup after a quarterfinal loss to Guatemala. It’s a humbling and disappointing loss that suggests #CANMNT has a long road ahead to be ready for the World Cup.

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“What I absolutely love about him? That he is f*cking mean.” The Maple Leafs want to change their DNA. Their second-round pick, Tinus Luc Koblar, is a step towards doing that. Meet the ultra-competitive, nasty and skilled winger the Leafs are betting on:

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What are the Maple Leafs getting in their 2025 draft class? Size, nastiness and an edge all around. In depth insight on the newest Leafs from the people who know them best, at @theathletic.bsky.social

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The Maple Leafs are scheduled to make six picks in today’s NHL Draft. Who are they looking at? And what’s their new draft philosophy this year? Leafs draft preview:

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Brad Treliving confirmed the expected today: Leafs star Mitch Marner is going to test free agency on July 1.

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Canada will play a friendly against Colombia, ranked 14th in the world, in October in New Jersey. One of #CANMNT’s biggest tests since Jesse Marsch took over. Expect more South American friendly opponents in the near future, too.

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“I don’t want to put a ceiling on myself.” #CANMNT midfielder Nathan Saliba has been transferred from CF Montreal to Belgium's RSC Anderlecht. The inside story of how Saliba became the next Canadian to move to Belgium in the hopes of conquering Europe: @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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The Maple Leafs drafted 12 players in 2020. And five years later, they have not gotten a single NHL game out of their largest draft class in a generation. What unfolded from a remarkably disappointing draft, how it hurt the team and what can be learned:

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After one of the ugliest first halves in recent Canada memory, #CANMNT’s quality shone through and they’re onto the Gold Cup quarterfinals. How Canada topped El Salvador and what comes next, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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The NHL Draft is this weekend and the Maple Leafs will try to find the next Matthew Knies when their highest pick is late in the second round. Who could they target? A deep dive into the Leafs options and what they're likely thinking, at @theathletic.bsky.social

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Just before 11 pm ET last night, Concacaf announced Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has been cleared of any wrongdoing in their investigation: #CANMNT

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Ali Ahmed is out of the Gold Cup. The Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder has left Canada camp after his ankle injury. No replacement is incoming. #CANMNT

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Another Maple Leafs prospect heads out of the organization: Topi Niemelä signs a one-year deal with Sweden’s Malmo Redhawks. The Leafs still retain his NHL rights but despite his high end hockey IQ, his season and size make it difficult to see him playing in Toronto.

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A frustrating result for Canada in their 1-1 draw against Curaçao. What went wrong, what went right and what comes next at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

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From last night: New info on why Jesse Marsch is being investigated by Concacaf, Canada Soccer’s response and what could come next, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

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Luc De Fougerolles has emerged as one of Canada's up-and-coming talents. And with his contract expiring, interest in the centre-back is increasing. The Vancouver Whitecaps have made an initial offer to De Fougerolles, @theathleticfc.bsky.social has learned. #CANMNT www.nytimes.com/athletic/643...

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Canada dominated Honduras with one of their most clinical performances under Jesse Marsch. If they’re Gold Cup favourites, #CANMNT certainly played the part in Vancouver. Takeaways at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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ICYMI: Canada Soccer's CEO tells @theathleticfc.bsky.social playing friendlies at home in Canada is a priority for the men's national team in the lead up to the 2026 World Cup. Opponents? Don't be surprised if #CANMNT welcome South American teams up north.

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Canada dominated Honduras with one of their most clinical performances under Jesse Marsch. If they’re Gold Cup favourites, #CANMNT certainly played the part in Vancouver. Takeaways at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Niko Sigur starts for Canada tonight in their Gold Cup opener. Six years ago, the last time he was in BC Place, he was a ball boy for a #CANMNT game. Today, he's becoming a star.

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Canada's Derek Cornelius has what Canada Soccer is calling a "lower body injury" and is not in the squad against Honduras tonight. He is expected to be ready for Canada's second game against Curacao. #CANMNT

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With the World Cup approaching, Canada Soccer's CEO tells @theathleticfc.bsky.social that having Canada play friendlies at home is a priority. And with the availability of opponents dwindling, playing South American teams appears more and more likely. #CanMNT

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Alphonso Davies is in Vancouver to support his Canada teammates for their Gold Cup opener. Great gesture from the Bayern Munich defender. #CanMNT

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Some random Maple Leafs news: London Knights goalie Austin Elliott tells @theathletic.bsky.social he has not been invited to Leafs training camp. Elliott will attend Dallas Stars development camp. No plans right now to attend Leafs camp and no idea how the Leafs rumour started either.

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British Columbia-born Niko Sigur last stepped foot in BC Place as a 15-year-old ball boy for a Canada national team game. Tonight? He'll likely start for Canada alongside those he watched. Meet the next #CANMNT star: @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Jonathan David: One of Europe’s best goal scorers, on the verge of a career-altering transfer and now, Canada captain for the first time. Why Jesse Marsch is giving the “chill” reserved David the armband for the Gold Cup, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

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The "chill" Jonathan David might not seem like a natural captain. But as David steps into the limelight with a career-altering summer transfer, it's time for him to lead #CANMNT too. Inside the move to make David captain at the Gold Cup: @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Jesse Marsch said both Derek Cornelius and Luc De Fougerolles are ready to go for Canada's Gold Cup opener tomorrow. Everyone on the squad is available, per Marsch. #CANMNT

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Jonathan David in 2019. Tajon Buchanan in 2021. Moise Bombito in 2023. The Gold Cup is the coming out party for Canadian stars. This year? It’s time to start looking at 21-year-old Niko Sigur as the next #CANMNT star. The inside story at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Assisting in Canada’s training session today: Pacific FC head coach James Merriman of the Canadian Premier League. #CANMNT

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Of note: Jesse Marsch spent nearly 10 minutes pre-training today having a focused conversation with Daniel Jebbison. Jebbison struggled in his first #CANMNT start but by all accounts, Marsch is committed to working with and developing the forward through the Gold Cup.

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Canada training about to begin in sunny Vancouver: Ismaël Koné has arrived and will train today. Derek Cornelius will not train today while Luc De Fougerolles will largely train on his own. De Fougerolles treatment today is largely precautionary. #CANMNT

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Canada’s Gold Cup preparation is underway here in Vancouver: ❓Why Alistair Johnston and Ismael Kone weren’t at training ❌ Update on Jesse Marsch suspension 🇨🇦 How Marsch got Gold Cup buy-in from stars #CanMNT @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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“I’m a big believer in skill.” Meet Mark Leach, the new Maple Leafs director of amateur scouting. In an exclusive interview with @theathletic.bsky.social , the longtime Dallas Stars scout outlines how the Leafs could find value late in this month's draft:

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First dispatch from Vancouver: Jesse Marsch is getting near complete commitment in Gold Cup participation from Canadian players. Canada's rivals can't say the same. How did it happen? And will it help Canada win their first trophy since 2000? #CanMNT @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Two weeks until the NHL Draft and the Maple Leafs have a new face running their draft table. An exclusive interview with Leafs director of amateur scouting Mark Leach on what their draft could look like and changes to the Leafs scouting approach:

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One year today from the start of Canada’s World Cup, breaking down roster stars, locks, possibilities and outside chances. Deep dive on what the next year will bring for #CanMNT, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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One year from today, Canada will begin their World Cup with two hopes: Earn their first men's World Cup win and change the sport in the country. A deep dive on the state of #CanMNT, with key questions to answer and early roster projection. @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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365 days to go. It's exactly one year before the World Cup begins in North America, and there's many angles to consider. What should be expected? Who will surprise? And, naturally, what's in it for #CanMNT? Roundtable with @theathleticfc.bsky.social writers:

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One year from today, the World Cup begins. That makes this summer crucial for Canada players looking for new clubs. Who could move? And what are they saying about the next stage of their careers? @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CanMNT

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This summer could be incredibly important for the Canadian men’s national team. Moves to new clubs – with playing time and a World Cup roster spot – is what many #CanMNT players are after. What I'm hearing about players' futures, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social:

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The future of Canada’s men’s national team was on display in a dominant 4-2 friendly win over Ukraine. Takeaways from Toronto @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CanMNT

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Meet Gabriele Biancheri: the 18-year-old Manchester United youth forward who could choose Canada over Wales ahead of the World Cup. @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CanMNT https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6402601/2025/06/04/gabriele-biancheri-canada-manchester-united-wales-italy/

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Every day, there’s another rumour surrounding Jonathan David and his career-changing summer transfer. But what does David himself want from the next stage of his career? Interview with the #CanMNT star from Halifax, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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“He’s been a big player and done big things.” Why US legend Michael Bradley is joining the Canada’s men’s national team coaching staff in Halifax, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CanMNT

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Breaking from Halifax: Canada’s men’s national team has a new member on their coaching staff for part of this international window Longtime US national team and Toronto FC midfielder Michael Bradley #CanMNT Exclusive details at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

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Tonight the Vancouver Whitecaps play one of the most important games for a Canadian soccer club ever. What it means for the Whitecaps and the rise of the Canadian men’s national team, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CanMNT

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Easton Cowan is on the verge of another Memorial Cup final. Is the Maple Leafs top prospect – now one of the most dominant junior players in Canada – ready to take the next step to the NHL?

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What Brad Treliving said in his end-of-season availability, and what the Maple Leafs GM could have meant: Latest for @theathletic.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/639...

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