Stephen Eustáquio
Stephen Eustáquio is a midfielder for FC Porto 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
Stephen Eustáquio (Midfielder, FC Porto) is one of 26 players selected by Jesse Marsch for Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Who is Stephen Eustáquio?
Stephen Eustáquio is Canada’s midfield metronome, dictating tempo from deep for FC Porto and the national team. The Portuguese-Canadian from Leamington, Ontario, scored the stoppage-time winner against South Africa in the Round of 32 to send Canada into the last 16 for the first time.
Career & National-Team Role
Stephen Eustáquio earned selection to Canada’s squad on merit and features as a midfielder for both FC Porto and Les Rouges. Under Jesse Marsch, Canada has built one of its strongest-ever squads, blending European-based talent with MLS experience.
Stephen Eustáquio represents FC Porto at club level and Canada at international level, competing at a home World Cup in 2026.
Stephen Eustáquio 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)
Stephen Eustáquio — Key Facts
| Full name | Stephen Eustáquio |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Current club | FC Porto |
| Canada caps | 56 |
| Canada goals | 4 |
| Age | 29 |
| Born/raised | Leamington, Ontario |
| Tournament | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| Head coach | Jesse Marsch |
FAQ — Stephen Eustáquio
Common questions about Stephen Eustáquio at the 2026 World Cup.
Is Stephen Eustáquio in Canada’s 2026 World Cup squad?
Yes. Stephen Eustáquio (Midfielder, FC Porto) was named to Canada’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by head coach Jesse Marsch.
What club does Stephen Eustáquio play for?
Stephen Eustáquio plays for FC Porto.
What position does Stephen Eustáquio play for Canada?
Stephen Eustáquio is a midfielder.
How many caps does Stephen Eustáquio have for Canada?
As of the 2026 World Cup, Stephen Eustáquio had earned 56 caps for Canada, scoring 4 goal(s).
Where can I watch Stephen Eustáquio at the World Cup?
Stephen Eustáquio 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
- Stephen Eustáquio — profile & stats
- Photo of Stephen Eustáquio: Bryan Berlin — CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Updated July 2026. Live scores and squad details change — confirm with official sources.
