VANCOUVER — Jesse Marsch issued Canada's men's soccer squad a challenge — get physical. The edict came after the Canadians surprised many at this summer's Copa America tournament, making it through to the semifinals.
The edict came after the Canadians surprised many at this summer's Copa America tournament, making it through to the semifinals. As his players departed for their professional clubs, the head coach wanted them thinking about continued growth.
The 23-year-old midfielder started in both Canada's 2-1 victory over the United States on Saturday and Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Mexico. “Jesse has a very clear way of playing," Ahmed said."And I think the way we’ve been training and the way we’ve been growing as a group, it’s been helpful for me.” Vancouver had six players — including Ahmed — away on international duty during its 0-0 draw against Dallas FC on Saturday. The absences are a good problem to have, Sartini said.
Taking the next step will require the five-foot-11, 154-pound Ahmed to push himself physically, Marsch said.
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