Jesse Marsch and Canada riding high after gutsy Colombia draw | OneFootball

A goalless draw might not sound like a breakthrough, but for the Canada men’s national team, Tuesday’s result against Colombia was exactly that — a sign of growth and maturity under Jesse Marsch.

Against one of South America’s toughest opponents, Canada showed composure, discipline, and a collective understanding that has often eluded them in high-pressure games.

“We are looking more like an experienced team, the leaders are looking more and more like leaders, and the young players are developing where they look more like the regular players,” Marsch told reporters after the match.

It was a performance defined not by flair but by control and rigidity. Canada didn’t panic when Colombia pushed forward, and they looked increasingly comfortable managing the tempo themselves.

That steadiness is something Marsch has emphasized since taking charge, aiming to build a team that can trust its identity regardless of venue or opponent.

“I believe that the way we play, in the way that we commit to games, is going to ultimately benefit us more down the road,” Marsch said.

For a program focused on long-term progress heading toward the 2026 World Cup, Tuesday’s draw felt like a small but meaningful step.

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