Canada have made three changes to their squad ahead of their crucial 2026/27 CONCACAF Nations League quarter-final showdown against Guatemala, calling up Zorhan Bassong, Charles-Andreas Brym and Theo Corbeanu following injuries to Jonathan Osorio and Jacob Shaffelburg.
Canada Soccer confirmed on Monday, November 9, that the trio had joined head coach Jesse Marsch’s national team camp as replacements for the injured duo. Both Osorio and Shaffelburg sustained injuries while representing their respective clubs and have consequently been ruled out of the upcoming international fixtures.
Bassong, who plays for Sporting Kansas City, provides additional defensive options, while NAC Breda forward Brym offers another attacking alternative. Toronto FC’s Corbeanu also returns to the national team setup, presenting Marsch with additional attacking versatility.
The call-up represents an opportunity for all three players to strengthen their positions in the Canadian national team ahead of an important international assignment.
Shaffelburg reportedly sustained a suspected rib injury during LAFC’s 2-1 defeat to Seattle Sounders, forcing him off in the 79th minute after coming on as a substitute. However, neither Canada Soccer nor the available official reports have confirmed the precise nature of his injury.
Osorio, meanwhile, featured in Toronto FC’s 4-1 defeat to Philadelphia Union in their final MLS regular-season fixture before being ruled unavailable for international duty. Canada Soccer has not disclosed the nature of his injury.
The changes come at a crucial moment for Canada, who are preparing for a two-legged Nations League quarter-final against Guatemala.
Marsch’s men will travel to Guatemala City for the first leg on November 13 before hosting the return fixture at BMO Field in Toronto on November 16.
The winner of the tie will advance to the 2027 CONCACAF Nations League Finals in Los Angeles and secure qualification for the 2027 CONCACAF Gold Cup, while the losing side will be forced to compete in the Gold Cup preliminary round.
With several established players already dealing with injuries, Canada’s latest squad adjustments will provide Marsch with additional options as the team looks to maintain its competitive momentum.
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