Canada’s American Soccer Coach Criticizes Trump’s '51st State' Remarks

Jesse Marsch, head coach of Canada’s men’s soccer team, calls President Trump’s comments about annexing Canada insulting and un-American.

Jesse Marsch, an American coaching Canada’s men’s soccer team, expressed shame over President Trump’s repeated remarks suggesting Canada should become the 51st U.S. state.
Speaking at a media event for the CONCACAF Nations League Finals, Marsch called Trump’s rhetoric unsettling and insulting to one of the U.S.’s closest allies.
Marsch highlighted Canada’s values of decency, fairness, and unity, contrasting them with what he described as the polarized and hate-fueled climate in the U.S.
Trump’s comments, coupled with proposed tariffs on Canadian goods, have fueled tensions, spilling into sports events where Canadian fans have booed the U.S. national anthem.
Marsch stated that the political climate has motivated his team to represent Canadian character on and off the field during the upcoming Nations League tournament.