Jayden Nelson joins Canada’s World Cup roster after Marcelo Flores injury

Jayden Nelson has been added to Canada’s 26man World Cup roster after midfielder Marcelo Flores was ruled out with an injury. Nelson, a Brampton native, said he first called his grandfather after learning the news. The announcement comes as Canada prepares for its tournament opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. Nelson said playing a home World Cup feels surreal, especially because he trained for years near the same facilities where the national team is now based. Head coach Jesse Marsch is still managing several injury concerns in the buildup to the tournament, including uncertainty around Moise Bombito and recovery plans for Alphonso Davies and Ralph Priso. Canada continues to train in Toronto ahead of Friday’s match.