Canada vs Honduras

On Tuesday night, after the Canadian men's national team's 4-1 win over Honduras, Atiba Hutchinson sat in front of a microphone and openly contemplated his ...

The past few days have been the start of a new era. It’s not just Koné’s performance that heralds the beginning of a new phase for the men’s national team, though. With Steven Vitória out through suspension and Junior Hoilett injured, this match was largely one where — particularly in midfield and defence — Herdman handed the keys fully to the next generation that will lead Canada into 2026. John Herdman called the youngster’s outing one of the best midfield performances he’s seen since he’s been Canada coach, and Hutchinson himself expressed that it’s been a pleasure to witness Koné’s trajectory the past few months. This is a young player that’s playing” with a lot of confidence, and he has a bright future. Hutchinson has spent the better part of 20 years as a tireless servant for his country.