Newly appointed Canada coach Jesse Marsch has recently shared his disappointment with the treatment he received from U.S. Soccer during the process of hiring the U.S. men's national team coach last year. Marsch, a former manager of Leeds United in the Premier League, was considered a top candidate for the USMNT job after Gregg Berhalter's contract ended post the 2022 World Cup.
However, Marsch's agent announced in June that he would not be getting the job, and Berhalter was subsequently rehired by U.S. Soccer. Marsch expressed that he was not treated well during the selection process but has since moved forward and is now focusing on his new role with the Canadian national team.
Marsch's appointment as Canada's new men's coach comes ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. With previous coaching experience in MLS, Austria, and Germany, Marsch brings a wealth of knowledge to his new position.
Despite his past criticisms of Berhalter's coaching decisions, Marsch downplayed any rivalry between the U.S. and Canada, emphasizing the importance of focusing on their respective teams' growth and success. Both nations will participate in this summer's Copa America, setting the stage for potential matchups between the two teams.
Marsch highlighted Canada's aspirations to excel on home soil in 2026 and unite the nation through their performance on the field. He expressed confidence in the team's potential and emphasized the importance of dreaming big and creating success that will make the country proud.
