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Jesse Marsch has a message for U.S. President Donald Trump: “Lay off the ridiculous rhetoric.”
Speaking to press in Los Angeles on Wednesday ahead of next month’s Concacaf Nations League Finals, the Canadian men’s national team head coach — and native of Racine, Wisconsin — had some forceful words when asked about the American president’s recent comments surrounding a desire to make Canada the 51st state. Marsch suggested that international matches against the U.S. “mean something different now,” given the heated political climate.
“As an American, I’d like to address the 51st state discourse, which I find unsettling and frankly insulting,” Marsch said.
“Canada is a strong, independent nation that’s deep-rooted in decency. Really. It’s a place that values high ethics and respect, unlike the polarized, disrespectful and, often now, hate-fuelled climate that’s in the U.S. Canada values a lot of fairness and unity. It’s a place that I’ve learned as the national team coach where people really believe that their differences make them stronger. One of the things that I’ve enjoyed the most about our team is they exemplify this as human beings and as a team.
“They’re almost all first- and second-generation Canadians, coming from different heritage and cultures. But they uniquely are incredibly proud to be Canadian, to represent their country, to give everything to each other, and the love that they have for each other and playing for their country.”
Marsch went on to add that he “couldn’t be prouder” to be the Canadian head coach right now, crediting his players with embodying ideals and morals such as integrity and respect.
“If I have one message to our president,” Marsch continued, “it’s: Lay off the ridiculous rhetoric about Canada being the 51st state. As an American, I’m ashamed of the arrogance and disregard that we’ve shown once of our historically oldest, strongest and most loyal allies.”
Canada will play Mexico in the Nations League semi-final on Thursday, March 20 (10:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. PT). A win there would set up a championship showdown against either the U.S. or Panama on Sunday, March 23.
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King Phellonius Bully I—the king is naked! 🤴😱
Thank you Sir
Canada isn’t Canada anymore. We are done!
It’s the 53rd State buds.
Strong nation? Try paying your bills what fair about not paying your NATO bills. You are confusing ego with strength Canada.
You know it’s so sad really I still remember when 9/11 happened and they way most of us felt for all those people that died that day and to come to this we are very proud to be Canadian it’s just to bad that one person is starting fires and for what I don’t get it
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wow!! so well said
Thank you for speaking up and speaking out. For all our similarities Canada IS NOT and Never will be an appendage of the United States. We have a uniquely inclusive culture and value set most Americans would never understand let alone come to embody. We are not the same, we will not be united and this is not a joke.
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Thank you sir for your beautiful and truthfull word
silly (wo)man … Kanada is a commie wef state. we have a Swiftie girl bracelet thingy as prime minister. you are outta your little mind.
This is beyond incredible to hear!
Has this guy spoken to Maple MAGA yet? That is a hateful group that supports both Trump and PP. Scary shite.
Well said & very true about Canadians.
This American has integrity & is a good man, unlike you know who.
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Can we transfer Elon's Citizenship to Jesse? Love this guy, can't wait to watch Team Canada play again. Mexico next game. Woohoo.
With his side-kick Vance, I don't doubt they wanted to blindside Zelenskyy .. !
THIS is the difference between soccer and hockey!
Well said, you’re so right.
Thanks coach. Your a real inspiration
Fantastic, Jesse! But Infantino has already kissed the ring and taken a knee…how will he Trump attempt to up end WC ‘26? This looms over all…🙏🏼⚽️💙
We need more Americans with a voice speaking out now more than ever. The silence and the knee bending by Americans with a platform is not only disappointing, it makes things worse because the bully thinks he can do anything unabated.
I'm just surprised no one called the last USA election as scam. It's almost obvious Trumps cheated his way to be elected based on how fast he's trying to do his plan. Something is clearly wrong
Thank you sir. Decency is hard to find now.
Way to go!!! It is down right insulting and disrespectful. Such an arrogance callous behaviour. Thank you for your support!!
It's not about sportsmanship with some people Trump is just narcissistic and obsessively competitive he knows we are British affiliated he's got an inferiority complex about our ties to Royalty though America celebrates their independence annually he mentioned the war of 1812 to Trudeau once too I think he's just too old now too like Biden long past retirement age imo.
Evil runs America
America is dead
Wish you were still coaching Montreal Impact.
who is he talking to? has anyone had a conversation about what it means to be canadian? it is american. get rid of the border. put your ego aside. when was the last time canada won a stanley cup? I'm not proud of being born in a place. 51st state please.
Trumps going to get a lot of Americans hurt with his mouth!!
Another human being with balls and humane conscience. Thank you coach.
This man is who, we Canadians, believed most Americans were like.
You sir, are most definitely the brightest and most shining star which the USA has left in its corner. Thank you for standing up proud and tall for our most beautiful country of Canada. I too am an immigrant to Canada (ex pat UK) and am grateful every day for the opportunity and potential this country has given me. Best bloody country in the world IMO. 🇨🇦
Marsch has gone from the manager of a relegation rival I knew little about, when he was at Leeds (I'm a Forest fan), to someone I have extreme respect for.
First major shift was when he responded to the questions about the USMNT position after having taken this job, and now this.
Well done, sir. Couldn't be happier to have this man leading our national team. In fact, double his wages, whatever they are.
I like this guy.