Advertisement The Scottish-born Arfield, a native of Livingston, qualified to play for Canada through his Toronto-born father. The Scottish-born Arfield, a native of Livingston, qualified to play for Canada through his Toronto-born father. To use comments you will need to have JavaScript enabled. Canadian international Scott Arfield has given an update on his future with the Canadian national team. Rangers and Canada midfielder Scott Arfield has announced his retirement from international football. Former Canada captain Scott Arfield has announced his retirement from international soccer. However, the Livingston-born midfielder who left Falkirk for Huddersfield Town in 2010 will not be at Hampden to cheer his team on as he had already booked a holiday to Spain. I couldnt get the whole thing out of my mind, he added. This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Heres how it works. He was research assistant at Stanford University at the time. Arfield's first appearance of the 200910 season came in a 10 home win over FC Vaduz in the UEFA Europa League, the club's first ever match in European competition. Michael Findlay is in interim charge of Canada with Ecuadorian Octavio Zambrano taking over later this year. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. Luca Gasparotto, who plays for Arfield's former club Falkirk, could make his Canada debut at Easter Road on Wednesday and said: "Hopefully, I should get on the pitch at some point, whether it be from the start or off the bench, and make my full debut. However, he was not selected for the senior squad and won the first of his six Canada caps last year. He made his last appearance for Falkirk in the 00 draw with Kilmarnock that confirmed relegation on the last day of the season. I have a fantastic relationship with (Canada coach) John Herdman and want to thank him for trusting and giving me the honour to captain the team in his early days as manager. In May 2019, Arfield was named to the squad for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The 33-year-old is the former captain of the Canadian international team but took a step back from international duties at the end of 2019. Thats up to the Canada manager [whether I play again or not], Arfield said, to RangersTV. Canadian international Scott Arfield has given an update on his future with the Canadian national team. He finished the season with three goals in 35 SPL appearances. View popular celebrities life details, birth signs and real ages. Arfield returned to Scotland and signed a four-year deal with Rangers on 14 May 2018. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. He was 27. Arfield scored 9 goals in 49 competitive appearances for Burnley during the 201314 season. We wish him all the best in the future.. The 31-year-old, who currently plays for Glasgow-based Rangers was born in Scotland but has featured 19-times for the Canadian national team thanks to his father, who was born in Toronto. I am extremely grateful for the opportunities and experiences I have been given both on and off the pitch." I have loved every minute representing Canada. The former Burnley midfielder has found minutes hard to come by under the former Queen's Park Rangers boss. @5 Iceland fan ? Scotland-born Arfield qualified to play for the North American nation through his father and has won 19 caps since making his debut against Mexico in 2016. permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. However, with partner Ashleigh currently expecting, the Gers ace has been excused from international duty for the CONCACAF Nations League qualifying encounter with St Kitts and Nevis on November 18. Have your say on the new market values of Mudryk, Caicedo & Co. LA Galaxy: MLS giants look to regain former glory during tumultuous times, Just two games to save his job - Graham Potter under pressure to turn things around at Chelsea, Market values: Olympiacos stars around De La Fuente drop - Konstantelias up by 900%, Messi new Best FIFA Men's Player of the year - Further builds on record. His first goal for Canada came in the tournament opener against French Guiana on 7 July. RANGERS midfielder Scott Arfield has been left out of the latest Canada squad because he is about to become a dad again. Legend has it he couldn't get a game for diddyland so he swapped it for diddyda. Scott Nathaniel Arfield (born 1 November 1988) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Scottish Premiership club Rangers and the Canada national team, which he captains. "I'm flying out with my mates and my brother, but we will make sure we find a wee bar to watch the game and I wish them all the best," he added. This is a Scotland side currently in World Cup qualifying, so they will bring a lot of tempo and commitment to prove to their manager they should be involved on Sunday [in the World Cup qualifier against Slovenia]. Scott Arfield was born on 1 November, 1988 in Livingston, United Kingdom. He wears No. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Scott Arfield was Steven Gerrard's first signing as Rangers manager. Canada are set to play three World Cup qualifiers at the end of the month and into early February, but Arfield will not be considered for selection and will instead be available to Rangers over a period that includes a trip to Celtic Park in the cinch Premiership. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. RANGERS midfielder Scott Arfield has been left out of the latest Canada squad because he is about to become a dad again. Scott Arfield, who joined Burnley in 2013 after stints with Falkirk and Huddersfield, won 17 caps for the Scotland under-21 and one for Scotland B. Rangers manager Steven Gerrard has recently suggested that Arfield had retired from the national team. 2023 National Post, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. All rights reserved. Scott Arfield: A bonafide Canadian legend. Plus tips on how to play better and interviews with the biggest names. 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Current assistant coach Mike Findlay, with then-head coach Benito Floro, brought Arfield into the Canadian fold. A week later, he scored his first goal at the Galpharm Stadium against Yeovil Town, in a 42 win for the home side. Arfield made fewer appearances in Town's first season in the Championship, and at the end of the season was released along with Tom Clarke and Alan Lee. , The Canadian Press. Arfield takes to social media every July 8 to mark the 17-year-olds passing. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Scott Arfield is 32 years old and was born in Canada. "It would be extra special to do it in Scotland because it's my adopted home now. He began his career at Falkirk before moving to the English leagues for eight years with Huddersfield Town and Burnley. Hell announce a squad in the next two weeks and well see about that then," Arfield said. "I'm. 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PRESS CONFERENCE: Scott Arfield spoke to the media today ahead of Sunday's match against Livingston at Ibrox Watch the match LIVE on @RangersTV: https://t.co/oy3Z3Uh5Z1 pic.twitter.com/XpgkkHPSnk. You will receive a verification email shortly. TMZ is reporting that the "Highest In The Room" rapper is being sought for questioning in relation to an assault that took place at Nebula in Midtown Manhattan, which led to a man being . 37 for Burnley as a tribute to former Falkirk teammate Craig Gowans, who was killed in a freak accident on the training ground in 2005 when a metal pole he was holding touched an overhead power line. Born and raised in Scotland, Arfield represented his nation of birth at international youth levels before switching to Canada in 2016. Discover Scott Arfield's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. But Arfield, who pulled out of a planned team trip to Las Vegas to celebrate promotion, appreciates the way his wife handled it. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Its something that the whole of last season affected me, he said. The 26-year-old also qualifies to play for Canada through his father. If you do not yet have a Torstar account, you can create one now (it is free), Copyright owned or licensed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. Arfield came up through the Scottish football system, starting his career at Falkirk's youth academy. Arfield, a hard-nosed player on the pitch, is a huge believer in the mental side of sport. During the 200809 season Arfield won his second Young Player of the Month award, this time winning for September 2008. Arfield's first goal for the under-21s came in a 22 draw with Ukraine on 6 February 2008. I have a fantastic relationship with (Canada coach) John Herdman and want to thank him for trusting and giving me the honour to captain the team in his early days as manager. Rice said: "He got his move from Falkirk to England with Huddersfield and did okay there, but he was getting a bit frustrated and was freed. All rights reserved. Last update: Dec 13, 2022. "He was probably the main factor and the driving force in terms of family and stuff like that. The call from Canada came after Arfield at a birthday bash for club teammate Sam Vokes mentioned his Canadian bloodlines to Burnley defender David Edgar, a Canadian who is now an assistant coach with Forge FC. Its with a heavy heart that the time has come to officially announce my retirement from the Canadian mens national team, Arfield, who has also been linked with a move away from Ibrox this month, wrote on Instagram. Arfield signed a new five-year contract with Falkirk in February 2008. 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