Canada has confirmed its participation in the upcoming SheBelieves Cup alongside the United States, Argentina, and Colombia. The Canadian team, ranked 10th globally, is set to kick off their campaign on March 1 against Colombia, ranked 20th, in Nashville. Following this, they will face the U.S., ranked second, on March 4 in Columbus, and Argentina, ranked 30th, on March 7 in Harrison, N.J. This will be Canada’s fourth appearance at the tournament, having finished second in 2024, fourth in 2023, and third in 2021.
The reigning champion, Japan, claimed victory in 2025, ending the American dominance of five consecutive titles. The U.S. has emerged victorious in seven out of the ten editions held so far, with France and England securing the titles in 2017 and 2019, respectively.
Coach Casey Stoney expressed enthusiasm about the competition, highlighting the opportunity to test Canada against top-tier teams likely to feature in the 2027 World Cup. Stoney emphasized the significance of the SheBelieves Cup in preparing the team for future challenges and growth, noting the diverse playing styles each participating team brings, which will aid in Canada’s development.
The Canadian women’s team enters the tournament on the back of a challenging period, having concluded 2025 with a five-game losing streak and experiencing a goal drought lasting 454 minutes.