Steve Nash: Football unites a divided Canada, but VAR decisions are too rigid

Steve Nash, a two-time NBA MVP and avid football fan, has been swept up in the sport's current euphoria. As a co-owner of Spanish club Mallorca, Nash shared his feelings with Italian media, highlighting football's ability to unite a deeply divided Canada.

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Football unites a country that is currently very divided. It's wonderful to see.

"It's wonderful to see football uniting a country that is currently very divided," Nash said. "I'm impressed by what my Canada has achieved, and now I'm cheering for England." He also expressed admiration for Morocco's comprehensive and high-quality play.

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I'm impressed by what my Canada has achieved, and now I'm cheering for England.

Nash specifically praised the development of the Canadian national team, noting their significant talent. "This team has great talent. It's a shame about the injuries, especially Alphonso Davies, but overall it's a very positive story. Coach Jesse Marsch has done an excellent job," he commented. Following Canada's exit, Nash is now supporting England and holds Harry Kane in high regard, calling him "exceptional," a "very versatile attacker, intelligent, and a team player." Nash believes Kane is among the top three English players in history.

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This team has great talent. It's a shame about the injuries, especially Alphonso Davies, but overall it's a very positive story. Coach Jesse Marsch has done an excellent job.

He also observed the U.S. team's progress, stating, "The Americans really impressed me. They play offensively, they have athleticism, confidence, and a lot of potential. Maurizio Pochettino is an excellent coach; his work is very evident." However, the Canadian-born Nash, who gained football experience during training with Tottenham, expressed dissatisfaction with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. "Honestly, I don't like the way VAR is used. It seems like they often make decisions based on a single replay, without considering the entire situation. The decisions are too 'textbook'," he concluded.

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He is exceptional. He is a very versatile attacker, intelligent, and a team player. In my opinion, he is among the top three Englishmen in history.