Canada head coach Jesse Marsch is preparing his team to face France, a powerhouse team with some of the best players in the world in every position. The teams will meet in Bordeaux in their final warm-up game before the European Championship for France and the Copa America for Canada. After a 4-0 loss to the Netherlands, Marsch is looking for a positive performance and result before their first Copa America game against Argentina on June 20.
Marsch acknowledges the talent and power of the French team, who defeated Luxembourg 3-0 in their recent match. He emphasizes the need for Canada to stay strong and not allow France’s individual talent to destabilize them on the pitch. Marsch believes that staying organized but not passive will be the key to success against such a formidable opponent.
Porto midfielder Stephen Eustaquio will captain Canada in the upcoming game. He is optimistic about Canada’s chances, despite being a young and motivated team. Eustaquio sees games like these as opportunities for Canada to prove themselves on the international stage. Despite their recent loss to the Dutch, Eustaquio believes that Canada is capable of producing a surprise result against France.
Overall, Marsch and Eustaquio are confident in Canada’s ability to compete against France and are looking forward to the challenge and opportunity that lies ahead.