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Alfie Jones<\/strong> is the experienced centre-back in Canada’s World Cup 2026 squad, a Hull City mainstay with more than 200 appearances in English football behind him. Aerially strong and a reliable defender, Jones gives Jesse Marsch a seasoned option to call on at the back. See where he fits in our Canada World Cup 2026 profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

A Hull City mainstay<\/h2>\n

Jones came through the Southampton academy before building his career in the English game, with loan spells at Middlesbrough, Gillingham and St. Mirren along the way. It was at Hull City that he settled and became a regular, the kind of dependable Championship centre-back who logs season after season of senior minutes. That longevity in a competitive league is part of what earned him a place in the Canada set-up.<\/p>\n\n

Alfie Jones and Canada<\/h2>\n

For Canada, Jones is defensive depth, cover behind the likes of Derek Cornelius<\/a>, Luc de Fougerolles<\/a> and Moïse Bombito<\/a>. His aerial strength and senior experience make him a useful option if Marsch needs to shore things up at the back. For the full picture, see our Canada men’s national soccer team players<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n

Canada 1-1 Bosnia and what is next<\/h2>\n

Jones was part of the matchday group but did not feature in the 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field, with Marsch keeping his options in reserve. See how the team rated in our Canada vs Bosnia player ratings<\/a>. Attention now turns to Switzerland on 24 June at BC Place — read our Switzerland vs Canada prediction<\/a> and the wider World Cup 2026<\/a> hub, with more on the squad at Canada Soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

Alfie Jones against Qatar<\/h2>\n

Jones was not part of the matchday squad for Canada’s 6-0 win over Qatar. See the Canada vs Qatar player ratings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

Who is Alfie Jones?<\/strong>

Alfie Jones is an experienced centre-back for Hull City and part of Canada’s squad for the World Cup 2026. He has built up more than 200 appearances in English football.<\/p><\/div>

What clubs has Alfie Jones played for?<\/strong>

Jones came through the Southampton academy and has since become a mainstay at Hull City, with earlier loan spells at Middlesbrough, Gillingham and St. Mirren.<\/p><\/div>

What position does Alfie Jones play?<\/strong>

He is a centre-back, a strong, aerially dominant defender who clears his lines, reads danger and brings senior experience to the back line.<\/p><\/div>

Did Alfie Jones play in Canada’s World Cup opener?<\/strong>

No. Jones was part of the squad but did not feature in the 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina, with Jesse Marsch keeping him in reserve.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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