Episode 127 – What's next for Canada after the Nations League disappointment?

Northern Fútbol Podcast

Ben, Peter and Alex recap Canada's 2-0 loss to the U.S. in the Concacaf Nations League final and look ahead to what could be a transformative and massive few months for the program. They also go over the Gold Cup roster and some possible storylines to watch.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:16 – Initial reactions to Canada’s Nations League final loss

13:08 – Giving the U.S. their flowers

14:30 – Does Canada have a problem playing from behind?

18:50 – Disconnect from Herdman and the performance?

23:28 – Was it actually good enough in the final third?

25:58 – Why can’t Canada score against the big dogs?

29:30 – Jonathan David’s impotence in big games

32:14 – Cornelius’ potential impact

34:29 – No Atiba: Why?

35:51 – How to build stronger chemistry

42:52 – How to improve the defensive structure

45:43 – Davies’ best position

51:04 – Herdman’s performance vs. USA

53:28 – Is Herdman still the right fit for Canada?

57:38 – Could Herdman leave before Copa América?

1:05:00 – Were Herdman’s comments justified?

1:11:10 – Breaking down the Gold Cup squad

1:14:52 – Time to move on from Borjan?

1:17:26 – Could Ryan Gauld pull a Lucho Acosta?