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Jesse Marsch: Coaching Canada, World Cup Dreams & Premier League Reality | It’s Called Soccer EP 60
30 minutes Posted Nov 18, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
Intro
Impact on Canadian National Team
Lead Up To WC 2026
How The Draw Can Dictate The World Cup
Managing Players And The Data Side Of Football
Difference Between International And Club Football
Facing The USA
Infrastructure Of Canadian Football
Experience In The Premier League
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Show notes
It’s Episode 60 of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by Canada men’s national team head coach Jesse Marsch 🇨🇦🎙️
The conversation quickly deepens as Jesse breaks down what has changed for Canada since he took charge — on the pitch, in the dressing room, and across the entire program.
Jesse opens up about the balancing act of finding his best XI while experimenting tactically, offering an extended, thoughtful look at how he builds a team identity.
We also explore how the World Cup draw will shape Canada’s tournament — including a fascinating comparison to his time at RB Leipzig. Then the discussion shifts to his coaching philosophy: how he manages the human side of players while integrating a highly data-driven approach.
Jesse reveals the biggest differences between coaching a club and a national team, why he empowers players with freedom.
We round things out with Canada’s ambitions for the World Cup, his candid thoughts on the country’s football infrastructure, and why developing young players and coaches is crucial for long-term success. Jesse also tackles the big question: Is Premier League scrutiny really as brutal as people say?
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