'I always prove them wrong': Canadian World Cup hero Cyle Larin defiant in face of constant criticism - CBC

Canada's Cyle Larin brings the ball under control under pressure from Chile's defence during first half International friendly action, in Toronto, on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young - The Canadian Press

SoccerStriker Cyle Larin and winger Tajon Buchanan have left Canada's men's soccer team after suffering injuries. Squad wraps up international window with Tuesday friendly against U. S. in MinnesotaThe Canadian Press · Posted: Oct 05, 2026 1:33 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 5Listen to this articleEstimated 1 minuteThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. From left: Striker Cyle Larin 'experienced back irritation' ahead of Canada's friendly against Peru on Saturday, per Canada Soccer, while his teammate, winger Tajon Buchanan, suffered a lower-body injury during the 2-0 loss. (CBC Sports composite: Frank Gunn, Chris Young/Canadian Press/File)Striker Cyle Larin and winger Tajon Buchanan have left Canada's men's soccer team after suffering injuries. Canada Soccer says Larin "experienced back irritation" ahead of the national squad's friendly against Peru on Saturday. He played in the country's 1-0 win over Chile on Sept. 26. Buchanan suffered a lower-body injury when he was tackled by a Peruvian defender in Canada's 2-0 victory in Montreal.

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Skip to Main ContentAccessibility HelpMenuCBC GemCBC ListenSearchQuick LinksNewsSportsRadioMusicListen LiveTVWatchsportsTop StoriesOlympicsHockeyCurlingVideoSchedulesShowsFeaturesAll SportsVideoCANMNT star Cyle Larin on Southampton season and World Cup | CBC.ca LoadedCANMNT star Cyle Larin on Southampton season and World CupSeptember 25|Duration 10:23September 25SportsDuration 10:23closed captionCyle Larin sits down with CBC Sports to discuss his historic start to the season with Southampton, Canada’s unforgettable 2026 World Cup and receiving the Key to the City of Brampton. Larin also reveals his favourite Southampton goal, his love of horses and reflects on his incredible journey after looking back at a photo of himself as a young player. Related StoriesCyle Larin, Tajon Buchanan injured while with Canadian men's soccer teamCanadian men's soccer coach Marsch says team hopes to crack top 24 in world rankingsHead coach Jesse Marsch looking for more from Canadian men after friendly loss to U. S. Ahead of friendly vs. U.