After surviving and surprising on a marathon 20-game World Cup qualifying journey, Canada will learn Friday what awaits this November in Qatar.
Whoever they face from Friday's draw in Doha, the Canadian men will be treated with respect after finishing atop the CONCACAF qualifying final round robin and compiling an impressive 14-2-4 record across three rounds en route to soccer's showcase.
“No one really expects Canada to go and win it. I don't think many people would expect us to get out of the group. If you'd asked people four years , they didn't even think we were going to be there.” “And that's it. That's all we can ask of this team. And if they're enjoying themselves, playing with no fear, anything's possible.”The Canadians dropped five places to No. 38 in the latest FIFA rankings after losses in Costa Rica and Panama but remain on the right track. Herdman says his team has gained valuable experience but believes more is needed on the club front.
“By the time we get to Qatar, we're hoping Tajon is playing some Champions League matches at the end of this year as experience. And we're hoping some of these boys get an opportunity to play in Europa and Champions League game.”
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