Jayden Nelson
23-Year-Old
Austin FC
MLS
Called up by CANMNT
Nelson has been called up to Canada's World Cup squad as a replacement for Marcelo Flores, the federation announced.
ANALYSIS
Nelson's inclusion is a reward for a strong start of the MLS season with Austin FC as he scored two goals in 10 appearances for the Verdes. Nelson gives coach Jesse Marsch an additional wide attacking option heading into the tournament. The winger will now join the Canadian squad ahead of their World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
Nelson's inclusion is a reward for a strong start of the MLS season with Austin FC as he scored two goals in 10 appearances for the Verdes. Nelson gives coach Jesse Marsch an additional wide attacking option heading into the tournament. The winger will now join the Canadian squad ahead of their World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
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