ABOUT DEREK CORNELIUS
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Derek Cornelius is on the WC2026 squad list for Canada. Qualifier statistics on record are limited — appearance and goal numbers will refresh once Sportmonks publishes WC2026 fixture-level data after the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Canada
As a defender for Canada, Cornelius anchors the back line, covering space and winning ball through positioning and aerial duels. His club role at Rangers is the same — anchor a defensive structure across a long club season.
WC2026 outlook
Canada enter Group B, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Cornelius's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best WC2026 odds for Canada
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Derek Cornelius's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Cornelius features in.