Few Minutes of Play for Jonathan Osorio with Canada
• He only managed to play 23 minutes in the friendly against the USA.
• The two Toronto FC players, Oso and Laryea, were on the field together.
By Oscar Cortes
During this FIFA window, Jonathan Osorio was called up by the Canadian national team to continue being a crucial player both on and off the pitch. Jesse Marsch has praised Osorio, who has had an impressive career contributing to the Canadian national team for over 10 years. For this match against the USA, a friendly, Osorio did not start.
Though Osorio was on the bench, he came on in the second half, gaining important minutes and continuing to showcase his value as a 32-year-old leader.
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Jonathan Osorio's Statistics against the USA
The Toronto FC player played 23 minutes, coming on in the 67th minute. Despite being on the bench initially, he made an impact. Osorio touched the ball 18 times and had an impressive 92% pass accuracy, completing 11 of 12 passes. His contribution was vital in the midfield, helping Canada secure a 2-1 victory.
In the final minutes of the game, Canada managed to hold onto the ball and defend well, with Osorio playing a key role. He entered the match in the 67th minute and helped control the game, particularly alongside Richie Laryea, both playing together in those crucial final moments.
Osorio's performance was solid and his presence crucial in organizing the team. As Canada moves forward, he is expected to play important minutes in upcoming matches before returning to Toronto FC.
John Herdman anticipates that the players will be in excellent form for the final stretch of the season, especially with a challenging match against Austin FC on September 14, where they aim to secure three points.