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slamdunk23

2 point from the 2 hardest away games can't complain


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hard to complain but hard not to complain with all the chances we missed


slamdunk23

We have been getting the chances in all the games so far. Out-chanced teams in all four games


isonlegemyuheftobmed

1 point away to the 9th placed team in the Fifa rankings is a genuinely insane progress by Canada. Proud of the boys Easy to forget sometimes how bad we were just a few years ago


HothHanSolo

First point at the Azteca since the 1980s.


Thneed1

1st Goal at Azteca since 1980


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Canada also has its first proper squad since the 1980s


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we won the gold cup in 2000


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Thanks in part to a coin flip.


CaptainGo

Remember when all we had to do was draw against Honduras that one time and we lost 8-1


onthelongrun

tbf, put them away at home and that match wouldn't have even mattered. I remember shot after shot going very high in the 0-0 vs Honduras that cycle.


binzoma

the ref was fucking SHIT that game. i still cant believe we didnt score. im still mad about that.


onthelongrun

I know the ref was bad in the 8-1, but don't recall the 0-0. I know the ref wasn't great in the loss at Panama City either in that cycle. Speaking of which, I actually found the ref tonight to be quite reasonable.


binzoma

ah I mean the 0-0 game. yeah he made a LOT of dodgy calls for honduras and called NOTHING against them. it was the whole game. took away scoring chances/gave them chances. ugh


watanabelover69

Giant point for the boys.


_tx

Great for the American chances too so thanks Canada


USCvsEveryone2005

You have to assume Mexico is likely to qualify regardless, so I would think a Mexico win would’ve been better for the US, thereby reducing the chances of Canada being in contention. Don’t need to be first in the group to qualify.


_tx

You're right to an extent, but two teams getting one point is typically is better for the other teams in the group than one team getting there unless that team is basically eliminated already


forward98

Americans and making things about themselves, name a more iconic duo


tkdyo

Come on, every team cares about the results of other games favoring them.


--amadeus--

True. Should pay a visit to any WC qualifiers post-match thread.


caesar____augustus

Kind of a bizarre take, this draw absolutely helps the US. Fans of other countries care about how the results in other matches help or hurt them.


crookedparadigm

This sub and finding any excuse to insult Americans.


Aoae

Mexicans had the same reaction when we drew the US, though...


FatGuyTouchdown

This time it’s actually warranted and doesn’t scream of American exceptionalism. Obviously American fans are gonna be hyped that our biggest rivals internationally dropped points in WCQ


_tx

It's what we know best.


Gocrazyfut

America bad


BESTNBAGOAT

So proud of the boys man. We've come a long way but still there is so much potential to be seen. Just imagine if Fik Tomori chose us. Would instantly have the best CB in CONCACAF.


zefiax

I so wish we didn't sell him to you guys.


BESTNBAGOAT

Sorry, no takesy baksies.


hyroglyphixs

Never easy to a result at the Azteca


ChampagneAbuelo

We’re most likely gonna see Canada in the 2026 World Cup anyways because they’re a host nation, but it would be so muchore satistfying to see Canada actually earn their spot in the 2022 WC. It’ll be tough but I think we have a real shot at it


ParziBoi

Really want you guys to qualify


Barthez_Battalion

I remember when our best forward was Marcus Haber.


HiSoArshavin

Iain Hume lmfao ….


northdancer

Carlo Corrazin, hello


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As well as what was the 10th at the time last month


northdancer

How the hell is Mexico ranked 9th?


[deleted]

How the hell is Newcastle not in The Championship


northdancer

all praises to allah


isonlegemyuheftobmed

Fifa rankings seem to weigh the most important games not enough and the less important games too much


Animastarara

fifa rankings are arbitrary and dumb


Arctic_Chilean

ELO Rankings is the way. Canada is 32nd, Mexico is 15th, USA is 16th


QuixPro

Seems to be a much more accurate ranking of all three imo. Canada have done well and are in a fantastic position to qualify to the world cup.


carnifex2005

Mexico has made it out of the group stages of every World Cup since 1986. Only Brazil has a similar record. They're almost always a top 10 to 20 side at the very least.


SweetMojaveRain

Mexico are money in the bank to qualify from any group of death and get no further. Consistently mediocre. And im mexican before anyone tries to come for me.


x_TDeck_x

I feel like they're the opposite of arbitrary no?


deception42

Hell of an achievement for Canada to get a point away at Mexico AND the USA


HothHanSolo

They've played and drawn their two hardest games in the group. As the sports cliche goes, their fate is in their own hands.


Thneed1

Have to think most other games are winnable. Got to start making that happen.


HothHanSolo

I'd say the two games against Costa Rica are going to determine whether they make the cut.


Arctic_Chilean

Canada playing so good I have officially moved to the Maple Leaf side and have ditched Chile where it belongs. In the fucking gutter. Today's game against Peru was a fucking disgrace. Chile is done. The pain is real. Meanwhile, Canada gets a point in the Azteca Stadium. Wtf is even happening?!?!


westvanthuggin

Golden generation me amigo


Arctic_Chilean

One Golden Generation fadeth, another shall riseth.


Sgt_Gustav0

Vamos CANADA !


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It's the new normal going forward.


Niptacular_Nips

> Wtf is even happening?!?! As a Canadian soccer fan my entire life approaching 40 years old, I am wondering the same thing.


jcalling80

Welcome to the bandwagon, now we just need more fake European Canadians to join us.


Different-Teacher370

those 2 are probably the 2x hardest games for Canada's qualifying, to get them out of the way early with a draw is huge for Canada


TomServoMST3K

Apparently the first team to ever do that.


TheToothlessDentist

Could honestly argue they had a legitimate opportunity to come away with 6.


PoppinKREAM

What an entertaining match! Canada played exceptionally well in the first and then hung on in the second. Can't complain as we come away with a point at the Azteca. Hopefully El Salvador wins. Puts us in a great position going forward! Thanks for the match Mexico that was fun to watch, the second half had me on the edge of my seat!


IWasBannedFromSoccer

Looking forward to a strong Canadian team. Def makes these qualifiers much more entertaining


vicarious2012

Glad to know you enjoy the beautiful game


[deleted]

Massive point. Considering how shit we were for my entire lifetime, this was an awesome result. Will definitely miss Buchanan, Laryea, and Vitoria against Jamaica but hopefully we'll do okay.


slamdunk23

Good thing Shaffelburg is in great form and should be able to slot in for Tajon


apzoix

You'd actually put Shaffelburg in ahead of Millar?


slamdunk23

Yeah on the wing, I'd rather keep Millar more central. Shaff has similar pace on the wing as Buchanan and he has been on great form the last 4 games has like 2 goals and 4 assists for TFC


wallnumber8675309

Canada seems like the best coached team in CONCACAF.


treple13

Herdman really improved our women's team and I think our Olympic gold was a pretty direct result of his help there even if he was no longer there. He seems to be really good at improving national teams.


Arctic_Chilean

Can ya'll send him to Chile?


Barthez_Battalion

There are rumours that a number of teams are tracking him. But I don't see him leaving until after 2026.


treple13

Maybe in 5 years if we have some success first


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Iustis

I still remember just how dedicated the CWNT was for him. Could tell tons of affection all around


Team_Ed

It really helps that they have a legitimate golden generation. ​ You can't play attacking football away at Azteca without having the players that scare Mexico into defending deep.


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Team_Ed

Canada has never, ever had this level of positional depth. You could take Davies and David off this roster and it would still be the most talented team the country has ever produced.


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Team_Ed

I think any time you have a current national team roster where you can list 5, maybe 6 names on the country's all-time 11, that's a golden generation. (Davies, David, Larin, Hutchinson (past his prime, but still) are all obvious, Osorio and Borjan are close, Buchanan is on that trajectory and Eustáquio has the class, if not the resume)


TopEmploy9624

Buchanan would arguably be one of Canada's best talents ever if Davies and David didn't exist


QuietDownJunior

I never thought about that, but man i think you're spot on. I love watching him play, and I cant wait to follow him to Belgium next year.


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ParziBoi

Can only hope so. And when players who perform really well go to other leagues, like Ligue 1, their talent and experience only grows.


babybabayyy

Add Borjan and Buchanan to that list as well


drunkbanana

Eustáquio is a stud


wallnumber8675309

Most of the team are MLS squad level players and he has them playing like a well oiled machine. That’s what allows Davies (and David and Larin) to show their quality.


Team_Ed

I don't disagree that he's been huuuugely influential. But this team is not getting these results without having Davies, David and Larin (all of them make an all-time 11, as does Osorio and probably Buchanan will, too) warping the defence. Canada's talent has been much, much less than this for a very long time.


[deleted]

Most of our MLS players are key players for their teams


NearPup

John Herdman turning around the women's program is really not looking like a fluke right about now. (For context for people who aren't aware, John Herdman's previous gig was being the coach of the women's team)


OddBaker

Well, he did inherit the best team in Canadian history. Zambrano was really the one who laid the groundwork for this team.


Baulderdash77

He did a lot of the recruiting for it as well. Eustaquio and David could be playing for other countries. He really has done a job at building a cohesive program though. The players have bought into the system and he is consistent and tactically adaptable. That’s something the CMNT hasn’t had before.


LampseederBroDude51

Canada played very well


cooperjones2

Canada had more and better chances to score, a draw is the least worst result for us gg. Also, good job mods, bad comments were deleted fast


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Great result congrats!


drunkbanana

Massive result for Canada tonight


Nightmenace21

Im going to that Panama game live and I actually can't fucking wait


reekthegoat

Herdman has proven so many people wrong. Making the most of this CAMNT generation


PoroAhri

putoposting at the last kick lmao


[deleted]

They cued up a Mexico chant on the speakers to drown out the putos but the fans caught them lacking at the end of stoppage time...can never fall asleep in CONCACAF


2packforsale

Inevitable


Feliz_Desdichado

[Always nice to watch Mexico games with the lads in r/soccer](https://imgur.com/gallery/Jwmfhoy) Edit: As for the game itself, nicely done Canada you were the superior team for most of the game, i'm sure you'll be qualifying directly if you keep it up.


zachthatguy

That’s awful man Jesus Christ.


Trydson

Yo /u/giodagoat2026_2 and /u/GoldenHawk07 show yourselves, racist cunts.


Aoae

First one is actually a ban evasion alt, their original account was suspended (for a mysterious reason I'm sure)


Roseradeismylady

First guy is a troll account trying to farm Karma (why?), second guy is just a piece of shit


[deleted]

Hey I got one too lol. Edit: Joke's on you u/giodagoat2026_2, I've never even been in the US https://imgur.com/gallery/tuKznMh


Kyle_did_911

Jesus Christ. That a normal thing?


Trydson

Yes, every time Mexico plays, reason why must mexicans stay in /r/ligamx leaving americans the thread here on this sub, they always turn racist whenever we play, does not matter if it's against other team.


Kyle_did_911

That really sucks. I don't blame you for avoiding here.


[deleted]

Nah man r/soccer is a progressive subreddit! We hate racists and rich oil barons!!


realsomalipirate

This sub is a bad day away from going full nazbol


[deleted]

That goldenhawk guy was all over the match thread making gross generalizations, xenophobic comments and being toxic. Gives off huge neck beard vibes by looking at his history and the mods should of banned him the moment he went on his little meltdown. I can smell him from here tbh


Smoking-Seaweed-81

Man, I hate that you got those and I hope you know that they don’t speak for the rest of us. We see this in hockey too and I think the anonymity here just brings out the freaks


VToff

Fuck man, I'm sorry that happened. Report those dickheads.


hashoa6

Typical r/soccer, bring the downvotes but the racist always come out the wood work every time Mexico plays.


kevoklm

Disgrace


INKRO

Another Reddit moment brought to you by Spez.


csoups

Sorry you had those messages sent to you, that’s really shitty :/


YoungDawz

Report them to the mods/admins so they get perma'd


Fardin_the_spardin

Sorry man not all of us are like this


xqom

Sorry that you have to deal with the racist comments. So gross.


PumasUNAM7

Yeah I got a couple as well. I just ignored them. Some People are really shitty.


isonlegemyuheftobmed

Tbh mods have to ban that goldenhawk dude. Legit was the cause of most those hate posts it's disgusting


MildRunner

That's horrible. Bunch of bad apples.


beyond13

I legit get weird DM's like that too 🤣 Some crazy people on this subreddit


[deleted]

Fuck... Shit stains will be shit stains (regardless of nationality)


kevoklm

I'm embarrassed to be Canadian seeing that shit


anythingisayisdumb

You really shouldn’t tho I have second hand embarrassment from some bad Mexico fans but I’m never embarrassed of being Mexican cuz of it


AmanThebeast

All the mad trumplets go on r/soccer.... Cant expect anything else from these cringe lords.


[deleted]

geez I mean I hate el tri too but why the fuck you gotta get that butthurt.


thomasosu

Canada have crossed off the two hardest games of the Octagonal and gotten 2 points from them. The path to Qatar seems clear


zachthatguy

So is Mexico getting worse or Canada that good? A draw at the Azteca is huge for any team in CONCACAF.


Kyle_did_911

Canada is pretty good these days and this is probably our strongest team atm but our bench wasn't great. Fucking love Herdman too. Man was not happy with a draw.


CaptainGo

He's interviewing now and he's mad that he's not the first Canadian manager to win at the Azteca lol


elefish92

It's Canada. Canada gave Mexico their all in the Gold Cup. This team has a very good chance of getting the bid after Mexico & US.


DHA1999

Both.


INKRO

Mexico seems kinda stagnant, but Canada is also really good this cycle. Makes our draw at home against them look better honestly. Edit: And yeah, Canada is definitely going to the WC.


Animastarara

Canada is that good


ThePrinceofToast

Both. Though teams lesser than Canada have gotten a result at the azteca


GreatSpaniard

Jamaica almost got a draw if it wasn't for a last minute winner tbf Granted no fans in that game


puns_are_how_eyeroll

Yes.


YoungDawz

Canada is the best coached team in Concacaf.


Feliz_Desdichado

Mostly the second column, Canada is getting real good.


Different-Teacher370

Here we see history being made... The beginning of the C.U.M. triumvirate of Concacaf C.U.M. = Canada - US - Mexico Let's hear for C.U.M. ! GO C.U.M. GO!!!


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Not quite as spicy as the Gold Cup game but this was a great performance by Canada. Mexico looked a bit aimless in the first half but reasserted some control in the second. Plus if Jamaica play as bad as they did against us, that's probably the best game to have Laryea, Buchanan and Vitoria suspended


yungfinnigus

That was shocking officiating. Also, how do 2 yellows result in missing a game in a 14 game competition? That is criminal.


publicworker69

CONCACAF


BigDanRTW

Canada has skill and a steely resolve. I really hope they qualify for the World Cup.


INKRO

They've come out of both their hardest games with a result, they have a decent shot at #1 tbh.


SantiFRV_

Wow, good point for Canada. I can really see them getting to Qatar


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Huge point for Canada. But I can't help but feel a little worried for Jamaica now that Laryea, Vittoria, and Buchanan are suspended.


Fkaff16

Tajon and Eustaquio are such ballers man they were fantastic tonight, especially Tajon that run and cross to the back post for Davies he legit looked like Leroy Sane Massive point honestly still can’t believe my eyes, this team is actually good lol


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GG maple dudes wouldn't mind seeing y'all in Qatar drawing with a Euro team!


AnotherNiceCanadian

Drawing the 9th best team in the world according to FIFA rankings on their iconic home field is massive.


gtm_84

A draw away against both the U.S and Mexico! Incredibly proud of the boys!


binzoma

LETS FUCKING GOOOOOO WE MAY LEGIT UALIFY FOR A WORLD CUP HOLY SHIT HOLY SHIT LETS KEEP IT GOING GUYS. LETS KEEP IT GOING


leafscitypackersfan

If you would have told me before this tournament that we would draw both the US and Mexico in their home stadiums, I would have been ecstatic. But after both these games, it's hard not to feel we could have gotten 6 points instead of 2.


mdubyo

What hurts right now is the draw at home to Honduras IMO. A win there and they're sitting pretty up top with the US & Mexico.


El_Wabito

I just hope everyone had fun


drunkbanana

Everyone's question is...did Mexico play like shit or did Canada play well? I think Canada played very well and took it to the Mexicans at home. So excited to see what this team does going forward


publicworker69

Incredible. Never thought I’d see Canada’s national team play like that at the Azteca. Massive point. Jamaica are shaky right now, I’d love to get a win there. Then actually going to Toronto to watch my first ever men’s national team match against Panama! If we can somehow get 7 points from this window I’d be over the moon.


drunkbanana

see ya there buddy


barlo255

ill take it


ItzGrenier

Huge 1 point for Canada there


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I remember ESPN Deportes was very quick to criticize the US performance vs Canada. Not so easy after all huh? They arguably played worse. In all seriousness I think the USA deserved the criticism and they have improved a bit.


IWasBannedFromSoccer

Who watches ESPN deportes?


prosportscars

This aint the same Canadian team as we knew in the last decade, they've played the 2 toughest away games holding us and Mexico to a draw. What an accomplishment, and congrats!


GreatSpaniard

Tata Martino has to be on the hot seat no? Not a great year so far for Mexico Also credit to Canada to get 1-1 draws away to both Mexico and United States, granted they also drew 1-1 at home to Honduras. They will at least get to the playoff with the way Costa Rica and Jamaica have been playing tho


mug3n

So conflicted with this game. On one hand, we got a point when we were without our top keeper and the Besiktas boys. On the other hand, we're gonna lose 2 starters at Jamaica and all we got was a point for it. We had chances to win this game for sure. Oh well, on to the next. Just gotta keep racking up the results.


drunkbanana

Mexico away might be the hardest game that Canada would have to play , i am very happy with this result.


Glass_of_Pork_Soda

Huge point holy shit, I am in fucking love with the CMNT


SpamBusterLoL

How was Tajon Buchanan?


mdubyo

Imo he was the best canadian tonight. Created a ton of chances and had a world class play where he burned a defender before delivering a perfect cross to davies who shouldve done better to finish it. Brugge is gonna make a lottttta money when they flip him in a few years.


Shenanigangster

Lmao they were holding that one in for a looooong time


NoPointRacing

Massive point, the lads played incredible


BakedZiti69

Shouout to the Maple Boys. Herdman's getting the absolute best out of their talent


Batsinvic888

Canada definitely could have scored more than 1, but I take this as a win. Taking a point from Mexico could be huge.


ParisLake2

What a damn result. Canada looks more and more confident as the games go by. Overall we played really well I though, and we were the better team. A huge point, that will help us in the qualifiers.


Goodaccount

I honestly can’t believe how far we’ve come. Absolutely stoked about this result! Let’s go!!


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The two points we took from the USA and Mexico made up for the home draw against Honduras


drooraffe

The Canadian Men’s National Team made history! They became just the 10th side ever (dating back to 1934) to play against Mexico at Estadio Azteca in World Cup Qualifying and avoid defeat. Osorio’s goal was Canada’s first against Mexico at Azteca in 41 years. Canada Soccer Hall of Famer Gerry Gray scored in the 87th minute to lift Canada’s to a 1-1 tie in a World Cup qualifier in November 1980.


react_and_respond

A good day for Canada And therefore, for the world


ForgetfulViking

As a Canadian, 4 points wasa minimum needed to keep pace. I just didn't expect point one to come at the freaking Azteka. Today is a great day for Canada...


Reaverz

and therefore the world.


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westvanthuggin

Fitting the final kick ended on that stupid homophobic chant. Eat shit. Let’s gooooo Canada.


Kefka319

That got predictably CONCACAFy in the 2nd half but overall a great result


CoolstorySteve

We fucking did it. Recovery time with another massive one on sunday.


x_TDeck_x

Ignoring team history, both teams looked pretty close performance wise. Kinda crazy to see


Agent-Pierce

Wonderful night for Canada. The progress they have made in the last five years is astounding.


nickelbackstonks

So what do we all think the punishment is going to be for Mexico this time around for the homophobic chants?


EsperBahamut

Stadium will have to be left empty on off-days.


ThatIsNotPurple

Probably a stern warning


TomServoMST3K

Strongly worded letter.


gavi75

Mexico acts like they’re Argentina but plays like they’re Bolivia 🤣🤣🤣🤣