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Jesse Marsch says he had to ‘beg’ US players to sing anthem as he talks up Canada’s pride
Marsch says players will embrace World Cup occasion
TL;DR
- Jesse Marsch urges Canada to embrace the pressure of being co-hosts for their first World Cup game.
- He contrasts the pride of his Canadian squad in singing the national anthem with his past experience coaching the US team.
- Marsch highlighted the multiculturalism within the Canadian squad and how their differences make them stronger.
- He believes the team is ready for the occasion and the pressure, viewing it as a meaningful aspect of the tournament.
- Updates were given on the fitness of Ismaël Koné, Moïse Bombito, and Alphonso Davies, with Davies showing significant recovery signs.
- Marsch dismissed concerns about weather affecting the match, noting North Americans' familiarity with such conditions.