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🇨🇦 Canada · Defender · World Cup 2026
Joel Waterman
Joel Waterman is a defender for Chicago Fire 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.
Chicago Fire FCDefender17 caps
📷 Bryan Berlin · CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wikimedia Commons)
Player Profile
PositionDefender
ClubChicago Fire FC
Caps17
Goals0
Age30
FromAldergrove, British Columbia
Nation🇨🇦 Canada
✦ Quick answer
Joel Waterman (Defender, Chicago Fire FC) is one of 26 players selected by Jesse Marsch for Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Who is Joel Waterman?
Joel Waterman is a dependable centre-back who worked his way up from Canadian lower divisions to MLS and the national team. The British Columbia native offers squad depth for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Career & National-Team Role
Joel Waterman earned selection to Canada’s squad on merit and features as a defender for both Chicago Fire FC and Les Rouges. Under Jesse Marsch, Canada has built one of its strongest-ever squads, blending European-based talent with MLS experience.
Quick fact
Joel Waterman represents Chicago Fire FC at club level and Canada at international level, competing at a home World Cup in 2026.
Joel Waterman 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 et 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)
Joel Waterman — Key Facts
| Full name | Joel Waterman |
| Position | Defender |
| Current club | Chicago Fire FC |
| Canada caps | 17 |
| Canada goals | 0 |
| Age | 30 |
| Born/raised | Aldergrove, British Columbia |
| Tournament | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| Head coach | Jesse Marsch |
FAQ — Joel Waterman
Common questions about Joel Waterman at the 2026 World Cup.
Is Joel Waterman in Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad?
Yes. Joel Waterman (Defender, Chicago Fire FC) was named to Canada’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by head coach Jesse Marsch.
What club does Joel Waterman play for?
Joel Waterman plays for Chicago Fire FC.
What position does Joel Waterman play for Canada?
Joel Waterman is a defender.
How many caps does Joel Waterman have for Canada?
As of the 2026 World Cup, Joel Waterman had earned 17 caps for Canada, scoring 0 goal(s).
Where can I watch Joel Waterman at the World Cup?
Joel Waterman features for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup (11 June–19 July). See Canada’s full fixture list on the Canada team hub.
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Sources & references
- Canada Soccer — official
- FIFA World Cup 2026™
- ESPN Soccer — results & stats
- Joel Waterman — profile & stats
- Photo of Joel Waterman: Bryan Berlin — CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Updated July 2026. Live scores and squad details change — confirm with official sources.