Canada men's national soccer team midfielder Stephen Eustaquio didn't start against Switzerland. He entered the game in the second half of a 2-1 loss.

What happened?

Eustaquio missed training on Sunday, though no reason was given. Canada was already thin in the midfield after losing Ismael Kone with a broken leg in Thursday's 6-0 victory over Qatar. Nathan Saliba took his spot at midfield against Switzerland. Mathieu Choiniere started alongside Saliba in the midfield, while Alphonso Davies was available but did not play.

Why it matters for Canada men's national soccer team

The absence of Eustaquio was a significant blow to the team. Striker Jonathan David served as captain in Eustaquio's absence. The team's performance was affected by the loss of Eustaquio and Kone. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Last result | Canada 6-0 Qatar (2026-06-18) |

What comes next?

Canada men's national soccer team will need to regroup and adjust their strategy. The team's next match will be crucial in determining their chances in the FIFA World Cup 2026. With the current standings, Canada will need to win their next match to stay in contention. The team's fans are eagerly waiting to see how they will bounce back from this loss.