Canada have enjoyed a fine run of results since Jesse Marsch’s appointment, and a success in the Nations League in 2024-25 will leave them in a strong position ahead of their home World Cup in 2026.
Suriname upset all the odds to reach this stage of the CONCACAF Nations League after finishing second in the Group A standings.
The minnows won two of their four matches, and were the highest scorers in the qualifying round after netting nine times.
Odds
As expected, Canada will be clear favorites on the moneyline at -175 for this first leg in the CONCACAF Nations League. A shock home win is priced up at +450.
[Latest Odds taken from Bet365. Correct as of 10:19 am on 11/11/2024]
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Suriname | +450 |
| Draw | +300 |
| Canada | -175 |
Canada Perfect in Historical Matches Against Suriname
| Total | Suriname | Canada | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| CONCACAF Nations League Games | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Goals | 4 | 0 | 4 |
This will only be the third time in history that Canada and Suriname have collided on the international stage.
Canada have won each of their two matches against their opponents, which includes a 4-0 home success on home soil in World Cup qualification in June 2021. The only other meeting was won 2-1 by Canada in October 1977.
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Suriname Team News
Suriname have made limited changes from their squad after enjoying an excellent year in terms of results on the field.
Some notable European clubs are represented in the team, with Real Sociedad’s Sheraldo Becker set to lead the line.
Middlesbrough defender Anfernee Dijksteel and QPR’s midfielder Kenneth Paal are also both set to feature.
Possible Lineup
Etienne Vaessen (GK); Shaquille Pinas, Myenty Abena, Anfernee Dijksteel, Ridgecaiano Haps, Dion Malone, Kenneth Paal, Sheraldo Becker, Immanuel Pherai, Jaden Montnor, Tyrone Conraad
Canada Team News
Jesse Marsch has built an excellent morale within the Canadian squad since taking the national team job.
Alphonso Davies will captain the team this week, while a first cap could be won by defender Jamie Knight-Lebel.
Canada are well stocked in the final third of the field, with Jonathan David and Cyle Larin both included. Tajon Buchanan in line to make his return from injury.
Possible Lineup
Maxime Crepeau (GK); Richie Laryea, Moise Bombito, Joel Waterman, Alphonso Davies, Tajon Buchanan, Ali Ahmed, Stephen Eustaquio, Mathieu Choiniere, Cyle Larin, Jonathan David
Suriname vs. Canada Prediction
Canada have progressed well under Marsch, and a CONCACAF Nations League success could be on their horizon over the next 12 months.
Based on the performances that Canada have shown over the last 12 months, it is incredibly challenging to overlook the away win on Thursday.
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