Mathieu Choinière
Mathieu Choinière is a midfielder for Los Angeles FC 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
Mathieu Choinière (Midfielder, Los Angeles FC) is one of 26 players selected by Jesse Marsch for Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Who is Mathieu Choinière?
Mathieu Choinière is a technical Québécois midfielder who developed at CF Montréal before moving to LAFC. His passing range and composure add balance to Canada’s midfield at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Career & National-Team Role
Mathieu Choinière earned selection to Canada’s squad on merit and features as a midfielder for both Los Angeles FC and Les Rouges. Under Jesse Marsch, Canada has built one of its strongest-ever squads, blending European-based talent with MLS experience.
Mathieu Choinière represents Los Angeles FC at club level and Canada at international level, competing at a home World Cup in 2026.
Mathieu Choinière 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)
Mathieu Choinière — Key Facts
| Full name | Mathieu Choinière |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Current club | Los Angeles FC |
| Canada caps | 23 |
| Canada goals | 0 |
| Age | 27 |
| Born/raised | Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec |
| Tournament | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| Head coach | Jesse Marsch |
FAQ — Mathieu Choinière
Common questions about Mathieu Choinière at the 2026 World Cup.
Is Mathieu Choinière in Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad?
Yes. Mathieu Choinière (Midfielder, Los Angeles FC) was named to Canada’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by head coach Jesse Marsch.
What club does Mathieu Choinière play for?
Mathieu Choinière plays for Los Angeles FC.
What position does Mathieu Choinière play for Canada?
Mathieu Choinière is a midfielder.
How many caps does Mathieu Choinière have for Canada?
As of the 2026 World Cup, Mathieu Choinière had earned 23 caps for Canada, scoring 0 goal(s).
Where can I watch Mathieu Choinière at the World Cup?
Mathieu Choinière 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
- Mathieu Choinière — profile & stats
- Photo of Mathieu Choinière: Bryan Berlin — CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Updated July 2026. Live scores and squad details change — confirm with official sources.
