Marcelo Flores
Marcelo Flores is a midfielder for Tigres UANL and a member of Canada’s 26-man squad at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the USA under head coach Jesse Marsch.

Player Profile
Marcelo Flores (Midfielder, Tigres UANL) is one of 26 players selected by Jesse Marsch for Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Who is Marcelo Flores?
Marcelo Flores is a technically gifted attacking midfielder eligible for several nations who chose Canada. Now with Tigres UANL in Mexico, his creativity adds a different dimension to Canada’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.
Career & National-Team Role
Marcelo Flores earned selection to Canada’s squad on merit and features as a midfielder for both Tigres UANL and Les Rouges. Under Jesse Marsch, Canada has built one of its strongest-ever squads, blending European-based talent with MLS experience.
Marcelo Flores represents Tigres UANL at club level and Canada at international level, competing at a home World Cup in 2026.
Marcelo Flores at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026 across Canada, Mexico and the United States. Canada played its home group-stage matches at BMO Field in Toronto and BC Place in Vancouver, reaching the Round of 16 for the first time.
Canada’s fixtures:
- Canada 1–1 Bosnia and Herzegovina — Group B, BMO Field (June 12)
- Canada 6–0 Qatar — Group B, BC Place (June 18)
- Switzerland 2–1 Canada — Group B, BC Place (June 24)
- Canada 1–0 South Africa — Round of 32, Los Angeles Stadium (June 28)
- Canada vs Morocco — Round of 16, NRG Stadium (July 4)
Marcelo Flores — Key Facts
| Full name | Marcelo Flores |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Current club | Tigres UANL |
| Born/raised | Canada / Mexico |
| Tournament | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| Head coach | Jesse Marsch |
FAQ — Marcelo Flores
Common questions about Marcelo Flores at the 2026 World Cup.
Is Marcelo Flores in Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad?
Yes. Marcelo Flores (Midfielder, Tigres UANL) was named to Canada’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by head coach Jesse Marsch.
What club does Marcelo Flores play for?
Marcelo Flores plays for Tigres UANL.
What position does Marcelo Flores play for Canada?
Marcelo Flores is a midfielder.
Where can I watch Marcelo Flores at the World Cup?
Marcelo Flores features for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup (11 June–19 July). See Canada’s full fixture list on the Canada team hub.
Sources & references
- Canada Soccer — official
- FIFA World Cup 2026™
- ESPN Soccer — results & stats
- Marcelo Flores — profile & stats
- Photo of Marcelo Flores: TheSoccerBoy — CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Updated July 2026. Live scores and squad details change — confirm with official sources.
