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Northern Fútbol Podcast
Hosted by Ben Steiner, Brendan Dunlop and Alexandre Gangué-Ruzic, the Northern Fútbol Podcast analyzes the Canadian national teams, Canadian players abroad, MLS, CPL, NSL and everything Canadian soccer.
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Episodes
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Toronto FC miss the MLS playoffs for 6th straight year! Now what?
Toronto FC were not shy to spend money this year and had a massive midseason turnover, but still TFC fell short and missed the MLS Cup playoffs for the sixth…
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CanMNT reveal another injury hampered Nations League squad
Canada take on Guatemala in the Concacaf Nations League quarter-finals this month and Jesse Marsch revealed his latest CanMNT roster, which includes the…
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CF Montréal hits new LOW after losing Canadian Championship final
It’s been a rough week for CF Montréal, who missed a glorious chance to win their first trophy since 2021, falling to Forge FC in the final of the Canadian…
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Is Alphonso Davies once again a WINGER option for Canada?
Canadians continue to find success in the UEFA Champions League, and the only CanMNT player to win the UCL made quite a statement. Canada's Alphonso Davies…
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CanWNT score big but BIG GAME woes continue in October
It was a mixed return to action for the CanWNT, who drew and lost a pair of matches against Denmark in the October window, with a 1-1 comeback draw in Montréal…
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Oluwaseyi finds hot UCL form, CanMNT stars bag GOALS in Europe
After coming under fire for his poor goalscoring form with Canada, Tani Oluwaseyi has taken that scrutiny to heart since returning to Villarreal, scoring a…
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CanMNT BEAT Peru but FALL to USMNT to end Sept/Oct window
After opening the September/October window with a 1-0 win over Chile in Toronto, it was a mixed bag for the CanMNT as they beat Peru 2-0 in Montréal before…
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Canada kick off NEW cycle with 1-0 win over 9-man Chile
Canada kicked off the September/October window on a high note, defeating Chile 1-0 in Toronto thanks to a goal from the in-form Jonathan David. Despite the…
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Canada name latest CanWNT squad as World Cup qualifier prep HEATS up!
The road towards the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup continues for the CanWNT, who are getting set for a crucial camp next month. Canada will take on Denmark in a…
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Injuries mount up for CanMNT before Chile test
The bad luck on the injury front has continued for the CanMNT. Alfie Jones and Jeevan Badwal have had to withdraw due to minor injuries, before Derek Cornelius…
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Canada beat France, advance to U20 Women’s World Cup QUARTER-FINALS!
After a slow start to the 2026 U20 Women’s World Cup for Canada’s U20 team, things have picked up for them in a BIG way, as they defeated France 3-1 in the…
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CanMNT name first squad of NEW World Cup cycle!
The journey towards the 2030 World Cup is about to begin for the CanMNT, as they’re getting set for their first international window after this summer’s World…
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Stretch run HEATING up for Canada's 3 MLS teams!
For the 3 Canadian teams, they all enter this stretch with different aspirations. For the Vancouver Whitecaps, their goal is simple - finish as high up the…
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Canada's Larin can’t STOP scoring for Southampton! Villarreal's Canadian trio find their feet
Cyle Larin has picked up where he left off with Southampton, as he’s been on fire to start this season. Clearly, the decision to make his move permanent this…
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CanMNT defenders on the move + Canada kick off U20 Womens World Cup
Later transfer windows in Saudi Arabia and MLS have opened the door for at least a few Canadian defenders to make late summer moves. Joel Waterman's trade to…
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Transfer Deadline Day DRAMA for CanMNT stars!
It was a great summer of moves for CanMNT players with a few Canadians making some big last-minute moves. Safe to say that the World Cup effect has continued…
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Moise Bombito injured again: What's happening with CanMNT centre-backs?
All of the top European leagues are back which is exciting news after a busy summer of CanMNT transfers. Liam Millar made his Premier League debut, Alphonso…
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Nathan Saliba continues CanMNT TAKEOVER at Villarreal!
A busy summer of Canadian transfers continued this week, as La Liga side Villarreal CF signed Canada midfielder Nathan Saliba from RSC Anderlecht. That’s great…
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PROMISE DAVID IS PREMIER LEAGUE BOUND!
In a shock transfer, CanMNT striker Promise David joined English Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion on loan from Union Saint-Gilloise this week, in…
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Alexis Sánchez JOINS CF Montréal in surprise splash + CanWNT Breakdown
In a shock signing, CF Montréal have signed Chilean legend Alexis Sánchez to a Designated Player contract, as they made a big money move to bolster a team…
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Could Jonathan David be on the MOVE? CanMNT transfers HEAT UP
It’s the start of the European club season, which means the end of the transfer window is just around the corner. That’s worth noting from a CanMNT…
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Injuries continue to pile up as key players secure transfers - CANMNT UPDATE
While the 2026 World Cup is over, the injury troubles have continued for the CanMNT, as Ali Ahmed is the latest to suffer a major injury, as he hurt his knee…
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CANADA’S U20S ARE WORLD CUP BOUND!
For the first time since 2007, Canada's U20 men's national team is bound for the World Cup after an emphatic win against Jamaica in the quarterfinals of the…
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Are the Canadian MLS Teams Getting Better?
It's already been a big summer in the transfer market for Vancouver Whitecaps, Toronto FC and CF Montréal, but more is expected in the summer window as the…
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UEFA, Concacaf stand against Infantino money plan + Canada’s U20 journey begins
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has tabled a proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup and other FIFA competitions in exchange for big private equity cash…
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CanMNT’s post-World Cup adventure set to begin
What’s next for the CanMNT now that the World Cup is over? The good news for fans of this men’s National Team is that they won’t have to wait long to see them…
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Reflecting on NFP’s World Cup adventure
While the 2026 World Cup is now over, that won’t take away from some of the memories this summer gave all of us. To help remember the tournament that was, Ben…
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Was Canada’s World Cup a Success?
The Canadian men’s national team fell out of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, but the past month provided some remarkable moments for the sport from…
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Canada’s magical 2026 World Cup is OVER with Morocco loss: What’s next?
CanMNT’s 2026 World Cup journey is over, as they fell 3-0 to Morocco in the Round of 16. Despite the scoreline, it was far from a dominant performance by…
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Can CANADA beat MOROCCO + Jon Champion's CanMNT thoughts
Canada is in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup and faces an immense challenge as they take on Morocco in Houston. It won't be an easy task for Canada to…
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Canada reach World Cup Round of 16!!!
The CanMNT have made the most of their knockout round debut at a men’s World Cup, as they defeated South Africa 1-0 in their Round of 32 clash after a dramatic…
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Canada’s World Cup QUEST continues vs. South Africa in Round of 32!
After a successful group stage, the CanMNT's 2026 World Cup journey shifts from Canada to Los Angeles to take on South Africa. Expected to win on paper, this…
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CANADA TO THE KNOCKOUTS!!! World Cup party heads to LA
The Canadian men’s national team won’t get the chance to stay at home for the World Cup knockout stage, but will play the biggest game in CanMNT history…
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Can CanMNT actually BEAT Switzerland in Group B decider?
It’s all come down to CanMNT v Switzerland in their final Group B match. There, the stakes are simple: if Canada wins or draws, they’ll top the group and stay…
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Canada make FIFA World Cup HISTORY against Qatar
It was the game that fans of the CanMNT had long dreamed about, as Canada picked up their first-ever World Cup win, doing so in STYLE in a thumping 6-0 win…
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CanMNT are set for a MUST-WIN World Cup game against Qatar!
After a solid start to the 2026 World Cup for the CanMNT, who drew Bosnia & Herzegovina 1-1 in Toronto, their focus shifts towards the second game of the…
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Canada earn HISTORIC 1st point in 2026 World Cup opener
For the first time ever, the CanMNT have picked up a World Cup point, drawing Bosnia & Herzegovina 1-1 in their 2026 tournament opener at Toronto Stadium…
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CanMNT vs. Bosnia Preview + WORLD CUP PREDICTIONS
Canada heads into Group B action at the 2026 World Cup this week, starting with a Friday match against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. What are the…
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IT’S TIME FOR CANADA’S WORLD CUP!
Part 1 of 2 of this week's Northern Futbol dives into Canada's outlook heading into the 2026 World Cup on home soil, after playing to a 2-0 win over Uzbekistan…
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CANADA HAS ITS WORLD CUP SQUAD
Led by Jesse Marsch, Canada Soccer unveiled its 26-man World Cup roster on Friday night, picking the group that will look to shock the world at a home World…
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Gerry Dobson — Canada’s Broadcaster Through The Dark Days Doesn’t Have Regrets
Gerry Dobson saw the worst moments for Canada's men's national team — and just as it started to get good, he retired. 10 years after he signed off the airwaves…
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Liam Millar is FINALLY a Premier League player!
It was a successful end to the 2025-2026 season for several CanMNT players, and none more than Liam Millar, who helped Hull City return to the Premier League…
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CanMNT’s World Cup journey BEGINS in Charlotte!
It’s all starting to become real for the CanMNT, who have officially kicked off their World Cup preparation in Charlotte, North Carolina, where they’ve…
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World Cup break can’t come soon enough for Canadian MLS teams + Canadians Abroad
Before the club game pauses with the World Cup starting in less than a month, certain leagues are heating up over the next few weeks, as most European circuits…
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Race for Canada’s World Cup squad is coming down to the WIRE!
With the start of the 2026 World Cup now less than a month away, the next few weeks promise to be a sprint to the start line for the 48 teams participating…
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Can CanMNT rely on Alphonso DAVIES for the World Cup?
Alphonso Davies’s injury troubles have continued, as the CanMNT captain picked up another muscle problem while playing for Bayern Munich, one that is serious…
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Save the Caps talks HEAT up as the Cupsets RACK up in the CanChamp
This week is shaping up to be a big one for the Vancouver Whitecaps, as some key leaders and stakeholders are set to meet in Vancouver on Wednesday, with the…
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The Premier League Path + CanMNT Goalie Wars
DESCRIPTION: Months ago, we clamoured for more Canadians to head to the English Championship. Now that many have, three are in contention to move up to the…
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Is There Any Whitecaps Hope + TFC’s CanChamp Disaster
The Vancouver Whitecaps are hanging on to a bit of hope after Sporting Director and CEO Axel Schuster spoke to the media on Wednesday, offering some insight as…
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The Brampton BAGSMAN leads IN FORM Canadians!
The 2026 World Cup is mere weeks away and Cyle Larin is in the form of his life with Southampton, scoring a stunning goal in a critical draw with Ipswich, all…
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Can Vancouver SAVE THE CAPS?
The Vancouver Whitecaps are facing more serious threats of relocation, and local support has been overwhelming in the last week in an effort to find a solution…
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Chaos reigns for Canadian MLS teams as CPL & NSL seasons kick off
Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Brendan Dunlop take a look at the latest out of the Canadian MLS teams, as the Vancouver Whitecaps are cruising to historic numbers…
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CanMNT big dogs are finding FORM; CanWNT wrap up FIFA Series
Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Brendan Dunlop are back for another episode of the Northern Fútbol podcast, as they dive into the latest out of the CanMNT and…
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What Are Canada’s World Cup Expectations?
It's Part 2 of this week's episode of Northern Fútbol, as Ben Steiner, Brendan Dunlop and Alex Gangue-Ruzic return to break down the biggest storylines in…
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Is Canada READY for the WORLD CUP yet?
Ben, Alex and Dunlop are back on NFP this week to break down the latest in Canadian soccer, with a focus on how things are shaping up with the two-month mark…
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How worried should CanMNT be after Iceland DRAW + Tunisia PREVIEW!
Ben Steiner and Alexandre Gangué-Ruzic are back on the Northern Fútbol Podcast the day after Canada fought back from a 2-0 deficit against Iceland to find a…
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March CanMNT ROSTER BREAKDOWN + KIT REACTIONS!
The 2026 World Cup is just over 80 days away, and we caught our first glimpse of Canada's World Cup kits this week, with a new red and black look for the…
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Canadian MLS teams are ON FIRE!
It was an outstanding week for all Vancouver Whitecaps, Toronto FC and CF Montreal, who all picked up wins in MLS action. Ben Steiner and Alexandre…
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How worried are we about CanMNT injuries?
The punches keep coming for the Canadian men’s national team, as Alphonso Davies picks up another injury, alongside Luc De Fougerolles and several others, less…
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The CanWNT are BACK to winning ways but fall short against USWNT
After a tough end to 2025, the CanWNT have returned to winning ways to begin 2026, opening their SheBelieves Cup tournament with an impressive 4-1 win over…