Footy Prime 1059: Comments w/Bombito Worries, Flores & Keepers before Tunisia but first, CPL Innovating with Video Review

Footy Prime Episode 1059 dives into the upcoming Canada vs. Tunisia match with a focus on major developments in Canadian soccer, particularly the Canadian Premier League's (CPL) innovative trial of Football Video Support (FVS), a VAR-light system allowing coaches two review challenges per game for key decisions. Hosts Shaddy G.P., Craig Forrest, and D'Adrivin J.C. discuss the implications of the new offside rule—requiring daylight between attackers and the second-last defender—and express cautious optimism about the league’s push for modernization, despite concerns over time delays and referee workload. The conversation shifts to Canada’s World Cup preparations, highlighting injury concerns around key players like Moisés Mambito and Kamal Miller, and the tactical challenges of a depleted backline. The hosts analyze the potential starting lineup, with particular emphasis on Ralph Prizo’s debut and Marcelo Flores’ potential first start, praising his unique skill set and story. They also debate goalkeeper selection, concluding it’s too late to change the current trio of Kripo, Sinclair, and Dane. The episode closes with a heartfelt moment reflecting on mentorship in Canadian soccer, spotlighting Christine Sinclair’s formative experience with Amy Walsh during her first national team camp, underscoring the importance of emotional support in elite development.