Canada Defender Moise Bombito Likely Out of 2026 World Cup with Leg Injury
Canadian national team defender Moise Bombito is expected to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a left tibia fracture sustained in October 2025 while playing for OGC Nice. Despite attempting a return in a friendly against Uzbekistan, he aggravated the injury and has not recovered in time. Canada coach Jesse Marsch has until June 11 to replace him from a provisional roster. Bombito’s absence is a major blow to Canada’s defense, with 20-year-old Luc de Fougerolles likely to start.
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Moïse Bombito: World Cup with Canada a dream after tibia fracture
Moïse Bombito, a defender for OGC Nice and the Canadian national team, expressed his joy at being selected for the World Cup, just eight months after suffering a fracture of his left tibia during a match against Monaco in early October. In a mixed-zone interview after Canada's 1-1 draw with Bosnia, Bombito described the selection as a dream come true, despite a difficult season marked by a longer-than-expected recovery. He acknowledged frustration at being unable to help Nice during their relegation battle but praised the team's survival in Ligue 1. Bombito highlighted Cyle Larin's equalizing goal as a key moment, noting it would boost Larin's confidence. Coach Jesse Marsch hinted Bombito could start in upcoming matches, which the defender took as a positive sign for his return to top form.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuJesse Marsch Reassures on Injured Moïse Bombito Ahead of Canada's World Cup Opener
On the eve of Canada's World Cup debut against Bosnia and Herzegovina, head coach Jesse Marsch addressed the status of key injured players. He confirmed that defender Moïse Bombito, who has not played for OGC Nice in eight months due to a serious injury suffered in October, has made 'incredible progress' and will be available for Friday's match. Marsch noted Bombito is not at 100% but has reached top speed in training and could contend for a starting spot within a week. Star player Alphonso Davies is also recovering from a muscle injury; an MRI showed positive results, but he will not play on Friday. Midfielder Ismaël Koné is fully fit after a minor illness. Marsch also addressed concerns about discipline after Canada received four red cards in their last eleven matches, stating the team has learned from those incidents and will balance aggression with composure.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuCanadian Moïse Bombito could withdraw from the World Cup: Coach gives him until the last minute
Canadian national team defender Moïse Bombito is at risk of missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a persistent left tibia injury that limited him to only two appearances for OGC Nice this season. Canada coach Jesse Marsch stated on Sunday that the team is giving Bombito until the very last minute to prove his fitness, but multiple media reports including TSN and The Athletic suggest he will likely be forced to withdraw. Canada's first group B match is against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday evening in Toronto. The team has until Thursday, 24 hours before kickoff, to name a replacement if needed. Bombito has 20 caps for Canada and played in a recent friendly against Uzbekistan.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuCanada Defender Moise Bombito to Miss World Cup Due to Leg Injury
Multiple outlets report that Canadian national team defender Moise Bombito will miss the upcoming World Cup due to an insufficiently recovered left tibia injury. The 26-year-old center back underwent surgery on his leg, but his recovery has not progressed enough for the competition starting next week. Canada is expected to replace Bombito on its 26-player World Cup roster. The news was confirmed by sources to TSN and The Athletic, with the report published on June 7, 2026.
Yardbarker: SoccerCanada's Key Defender Bombito Out of World Cup with Leg Fracture; Replacement Sought
Canada's national soccer team has suffered a major setback as starting center-back Moise Bombito will miss the upcoming World Cup due to a leg fracture sustained last October while playing for Nice. Despite earlier optimism that he would recover in time, Bombito experienced adverse reactions after playing 30 minutes in a friendly against Uzbekistan. The Canadian Football Association must select a replacement from a 55-man provisional roster by 3 p.m. ET on June 11. Likely candidates include Vancouver Whitecaps' Ralph Priso, who was not on the final 26-man roster but remains with the team. In Bombito's absence, 20-year-old Fulham defender Luc de Fougerolles is expected to take on a starting role, alongside Derek Cornelius. The injury is considered a devastating blow to Canada's defensive plans, as Bombito's pace and strength were key to the team's high-pressing strategy.
虎扑 - 足球Canada's Moise Bombito to miss World Cup with leg injury: Who could replace him?
Canadian national team centre-back Moise Bombito is set to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a leg injury originally sustained in October 2025 while playing for OGC Nice. Despite returning for 30 minutes in a friendly against Uzbekistan, Bombito suffered a reaction and has not trained fully. Head coach Jesse Marsch confirmed the setback. Canada has until June 11 to replace him from a 55-player provisional roster. Likely replacement is Vancouver Whitecaps' Ralph Priso, who has remained with the team. In Bombito's absence, 20-year-old Luc de Fougerolles is expected to start alongside Derek Cornelius. The injury is a significant blow to Canada's defensive plans, as Bombito was considered the team's best centre-back and key to their high-pressing system.
Soccer - The AthleticCanada's Moise Bombito to miss World Cup with leg injury: Who could replace him?
Canada's star centre-back Moise Bombito will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to complications from a leg he broke in October 2025 while playing for OGC Nice. Despite returning to play 30 minutes in a friendly against Uzbekistan on June 5, 2026, Bombito suffered a reaction and has been unable to train fully. Head coach Jesse Marsch confirmed the setback, and multiple sources confirmed Bombito's removal from the squad. Canada has until June 11 to name a replacement from its 55-player provisional roster. Likely replacements include Ralph Priso, who impressed in the Uzbekistan friendly, or 20-year-old Luc de Fougerolles, who started against Ireland. Bombito's absence is a major blow to Canada's defensive plans, as his pace and power were central to Marsch's high-pressing system.
Soccer - The AthleticCanada's Moise Bombito to miss World Cup with leg injury: Who could replace him?
Canada's star centre-back Moise Bombito is set to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to complications from a leg he originally broke in October 2025 while playing for OGC Nice. Despite declaring himself '100 percent' ready on May 27, Bombito suffered a reaction after playing 30 minutes in a friendly against Uzbekistan on June 7. He has not trained fully since. Canada has until June 11 to replace him from a 55-player provisional roster. The most likely replacement is Vancouver Whitecaps centre-back Ralph Priso, who has remained with the team. In Bombito's absence, 20-year-old Fulham defender Luc de Fougerolles is expected to start alongside Derek Cornelius. The injury is considered devastating for Canada's defensive plans, as Bombito's pace and power were central to coach Jesse Marsch's high-pressing system.
Soccer - The AthleticCanadian Defender Moise Bombito May Withdraw from World Cup Due to Broken Leg
Canadian national team defender Moise Bombito is likely to withdraw from the 2026 World Cup squad due to a broken leg that has not healed in time, according to Canadian sports media TSN. The 26-year-old Nice central defender, a key player in Canada's Copa America semifinal run, suffered a calf fracture in October and aggravated the injury during a warm-up match against Uzbekistan, limping off after 30 minutes. Canada coach Jesse Marsh has 24 hours before Friday's opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina to make roster changes. Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies remains in the squad but is only doing rehabilitation training due to a muscle injury. Bombito's absence is considered a heavy blow to the host nation's defense.
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