Niko Sigur, a 21-year-old right back/midfielder from Burnaby, B.C., has joined the Canadian men's soccer team squad for the upcoming Gold Cup, where they will open their campaign against Honduras on Tuesday. Sigur, who previously played for Croatia's U-21 team and professionally for Hajduk Split, is eager to contribute and make an impact, having recently played in the Canadian Shield Tournament.
Niko Sigur finding footing with Canadian men’s soccer team ahead of Gold Cup
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Niko Sigur, a 21-year-old right back/midfielder from Burnaby, B.C., has joined the Canadian men's soccer team squad for the upcoming Gold Cup, where they will open their campaign against Honduras on Tuesday. Sigur, who previously played for Croatia's U-21 team and professionally for Hajduk Split, is eager to contribute and make an impact, having recently played in the Canadian Shield Tournament.
Trending- 1 2018 or 2019: Sigur watched Canadian men's soccer team as a ball boy at B.C. Place.
- 2 Euro 2023 U-21 Championship: Sigur played for Croatia's U-21 team.
- 3 December 2023: Sigur signed with Hajduk Split.
- 4 Last year (2024): Sigur switched allegiance to Canada.
- 5 Earlier this week (June 10-14, 2025): Canada won Canadian Shield Tournament in Toronto, Sigur factored into two games.
- 6 Tuesday (June 17, 2025): Canada opens Gold Cup campaign against Honduras.
- 7 June 14 - July 6: Gold Cup tournament runs.
- 8 June 21: Canada faces Curaçao in Houston.
- 9 June 24: Canada wraps Group B play against El Salvador.
- 10 2026: World Cup.
- Sigur's increased role in the national team
- Canada's preparation for the Gold Cup and 2026 World Cup
What: Niko Sigur, a 21-year-old dual national soccer player, is finding his footing with the Canadian men's national team and is part of the squad preparing for the Gold Cup.
When: Gold Cup campaign opens Tuesday (June 17, 2025); Canadian Shield Tournament earlier this week (June 10-14, 2025); Gold Cup runs from June 14 through July 6; Sigur switched allegiance last year (2024); signed with Hajduk Split in December 2023; played for Croatia's U-21 team at Euro 2023 U-21 Championship.
Where: B.C. Place (Vancouver, Canada) for the opening game; Toronto (Canada) for Canadian Shield Tournament; Houston (USA) for game against Curaçao; El Salvador (opponent location); Croatia (previous team); United States (Gold Cup host).
Why: Sigur, a promising young talent, has switched allegiance to his birth country, Canada, and is looking to contribute significantly to the national team, especially with injuries affecting the squad, as they prepare for the Gold Cup and the 2026 World Cup.
How: Sigur has been integrated into the Canadian squad, playing in the Canadian Shield Tournament, and is expected to take on more responsibility and minutes in the Gold Cup due to his versatility and the team's current needs.