Episode 70 – Breaking down all the fallout from Canada's cancelled friendly vs. Iran

Northern Fútbol Podcast

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We received an unprecedented number of listener questions this week, so as a result, we recorded our longest episode to date! Peter, Thomas and Alex go through all of the implications and aftermath of Canada's cancelled friendly with Iran, including possible make-up dates in Vancouver before their Nations League campaign begins.

They then move on to the Canada squad announcement (remember that?), why Stefan Mitrovic wasn't included and other burning questions about the 25-man roster.

The guys also provide an in-depth recap on the Canadian Championship, the MLS and CPL action as well as go over a few other pressing topics regarding the futures of Richie Laryea and Steven Vitoria.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:08 - How desperate was Canada to play Iran?
11:26 - Who’s responsible for this?
17:37 - The primary factor to cancel the friendly
19:41 - Financial sanctions incoming?
27:01 - Is the 2026 bid in jeopardy?
30:08 - Are the Europe plans affected?
33:53 - Was Toronto a better option?
36:20 - The Koleosho factor
43:05 - CanMNT vs. CPL all-stars?
49:31 - Why wasn't Mitrovic included?
1:02:23 - No Cornelius or Corbeanu again
1:06:24 - Jebbison’s stock
1:11:28 - Thoughts on Edwards, Brym, Koleosho
1:18:33 - Canadian Championship recap
1:28:34 - MLS Recap
1:34:18 - Top 3 CPL goalkeepers
1:36:31 - Will Laryea play in the Premier League?
1:41:33 - Vitoria’s next move
1:44:25 - MLS Next PRO players who can make U-20s

Produced by Peter Galindo.