Exciting Clash in SoFi Stadium
Two of the prominent teams from the CONCACAF region will face off on Thursday, as Canada takes on Mexico at SoFi Stadium in California for a chance to reach the Nations League final. With both teams having strong histories and dedicated fan bases, this matchup promises to be thrilling.
Canada’s Strong Lineup
Canada arrives at this match on a six-match unbeaten streak, under the guidance of head coach Jesse Marsch. The team has not faced a defeat since being eliminated from the 2024 Copa America by Argentina in the semifinals. Marsch highlighted the strength of his squad, calling it ‘the strongest that the Canadian national soccer team has ever looked,’ ahead of a crucial game against a Mexico side undergoing some changes.
Mexico’s Challenge
On the other side, Mexico has faced challenges to reach this stage, starting with a loss to Honduras in the first leg and requiring late goals to come back in the second leg. Managed by Javier Aguirre, the team is striving to regain its identity and performance in a highly competitive atmosphere.
Team News and Lineups
Canada’s lineup under Marsch is impressively strong. However, there are uncertainties regarding the starting left-back position due to an injury to regular defender Richie Laryea. Zorhan Bassong has been brought into the squad, with Marsch having to choose between adjusting the formation to involve Alphonso Davies as a wing-back or relying on the less experienced Bassong.
The confirmed starting lineup for Canada (4-4-2 formation) includes:
- St. Clair (GK)
- Johnston
- Cornelius
- Bombito
- Davies
- Ahmed
- Kone
- Eustaquio
- Osorio
- David
- Larin
Meanwhile, Aguirre has opted for a strategic approach in Mexico’s lineup, deploying both Raul Jimenez and Santi Gimenez to lead their attacking front. The starting formation for Mexico (4-2-3-1) will feature:
- Malagon (GK)
- Reyes
- Lira
- Vasquez
- Gallardo
- Ed. Alvarez
- C. Rodriguez
- Gimenez
- Romo
- Vega
- Jimenez
How to Watch the Match
Fans can catch the action on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT). The game will be available for streaming in English on Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo, with a Spanish-language broadcast on TUDN and Univision, available on Fubo.
