Canada Coach Marsch Confirms Jones to Start Against Venezuela

Player: Alfie Jones
Debut Match: Tuesday, against Venezuela
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Recent Match: Scoreless draw with Ecuador
Team Situation: Played most recent match with 10 players
Goals This Season: 1 goal in 14 appearances

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Canada Coach Marsch Confirms Jones to Start Against Venezuela

Jesse Marsch has announced that Alfie Jones will make his debut for Canada during the upcoming match against Venezuela. The Canadian Men’s National Team (CanMNT) manager shared the news ahead of the game, scheduled for Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Alfie Jones to Start Against Venezuela

Alfie Jones, a 28-year-old defender, has recently obtained Canadian citizenship. He took his citizenship oath on Monday, allowing him to represent the national team. “I want to acknowledge a lot of people inside our organization, as well as the Canadian government, who helped us push this through,” Marsch stated, highlighting the urgency and importance of the process.

Jones’s Background

Born in Bristol, England, Jones qualifies for the Canadian squad through a grandparent. He currently plays for Middlesbrough and has made one goal in 14 appearances this season. His addition to the team is seen as a significant boost as Canada prepares for future competitions.

Recent Team Performance

The CanMNT recently played a scoreless draw against Ecuador in Toronto. This match saw Canada competing with only 10 players for most of the game due to a red card issued to Ali Ahmed in the sixth minute. The upcoming game against Venezuela marks Canada’s final match of 2025, making it an essential opportunity for both preparation and team development.