The Canadian u17 MNT set off on their journey for World Cup glory tomorrow.
Most of the players in the 21-man squad come from the academies of Canada’s three MLS clubs, including no fewer than seven representatives from Montreal Impact.
I had the chance to chat with midfielder Matthew Catavolo and goalkeeper Benjamin Collins yesterday at Centre Nutrilait as they eagerly await Friday’s departure to Argentina, where Les Rouges will spend valuable preparation time before the serious business begins on 26 October.
And what a beginning the Canadian lads will have to the tournament, when they take on hosts Brazil in the opening match in Brasilia, where the semi-finals, final and 3rd/4th place match will all take place.