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Canada Leads Chile 1-0 in Toronto Friendly

Jonathan David has put Canada ahead early against Chile at BMO Field in Toronto as the Canadian men’s team returns home after the 2026 World Cup.

canada vs chile: Canada Leads Chile 1-0 in Toronto Friendly

Canada vs Chile is underway at BMO Field in Toronto, with Canada leading 1-0 in the opening half of Saturday’s international friendly.

Jonathan David opened the scoring in the 12th minute, giving the Canadian men’s national team an early advantage in its first home match since the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Canada vs Chile live score

Canada 1, Chile 0

Goal: Jonathan David, 12th minute.

Venue: BMO Field, Toronto.

Kickoff: 7 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

The goal came after Canada applied pressure around the Chilean penalty area, with David finishing a move involving Cyle Larin and the Canadian attack.

Canada has controlled much of the early possession and created several opportunities, while Chile has looked for openings through its wide attackers and quick transitions.

A home return for Canada

The match is the first of three scheduled fixtures for Canada during the September-October international window.

Canada Soccer announced that the team would host Chile in Toronto before facing Peru at Stade Saputo in Montreal on October 3.

The Canadian side will then travel to Saint Paul, Minnesota, to play the United States on October 6.

Canada Soccer described the Toronto and Montreal matches as a homecoming for the group following its 2026 World Cup campaign.

What comes next

Canada will try to protect its early lead as the match continues at BMO Field.

The result will provide an early indication of how the team is progressing after the World Cup and how head coach Jesse Marsch is managing the next phase of the national program.

This article will be updated as further goals, cards, substitutions and other significant events are confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the score in Canada vs Chile?

Canada leads Chile 1-0 in the opening half at BMO Field in Toronto.

Who scored for Canada against Chile?

Jonathan David scored Canada’s opening goal in the 12th minute.

Where is Canada playing Chile?

The match is being played at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario.

Is Canada vs Chile a World Cup match?

No. It is an international friendly during Canada’s September-October 2026 FIFA window.

Who does Canada play next?

Canada is scheduled to face Peru at Stade Saputo in Montreal on October 3, 2026, followed by a match against the United States in Saint Paul on October 6.

Fact-Checked: The fixture details and upcoming schedule were checked against Canada Soccer information, while the live score and goal details were checked against available match updates.

Disclaimer: Live match details can change as the game continues, and the final result may differ from the score reported in this update.

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