Alistair Johnston
CanadaathleteMaleb. 19987.6Global Dominance: 0.00%Alistair Johnston is a professional footballer from Canada who plays as a right-back for Celtic FC and the Canadian national team. Known for his defensive solidity and ability to support attacking plays, Johnston has quickly become a fan favorite at Celtic since his arrival. His performances in both domestic and international competitions have demonstrated his potential to be a standout player in the increasingly competitive landscape of football.
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Defender Alistair Johnston and midfielder Arne Engels, both attracting transfer interest, also started for the champions.
Benjamin Nygren nods Celtic to hard-fought opening win over Dundee – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-08-04
Defender Alistair Johnston was a key part of Canada's groundbreaking first run to the World Cup round of 16.
Canadian men finish 14th in World Cup standings, remain 30th in FIFA rankingsCanada· 2026-07-21Alistair Johnston hopes that Canada’s accomplishments can inspire young players.
Canada has shown growth through this World Cup, but there’s still work to be doneCanada· 2026-07-05
Alistair Johnston failed to make the most of a free header during the match.
Ruthless Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters
Kenya· 2026-07-04
Alistair Johnston is a defender for the Canadian national team.
التشكيل الرسمي لأولى مباريات دور الـ16 بكأس العالم بين كندا والمغرب
Egypt· 2026-07-04
Alistair Johnston is a defender for the Canadian national soccer team and has been pivotal in their recent successes.
Canada seeks epochal win against Morocco team with ‘zero weaknesses’Canada· 2026-07-04
Alistair Johnston's wife, Peyton, knew all the words to the Canadian national anthem.
Meet the families behind Canada’s World Cup squadCanada· 2026-07-03
Alistair Johnston played every minute for Canada in the World Cup and spoke to reporters after the match.
Four moments, small margins: How Canada scrapped its way into the final 16 countries at the World CupCanada· 2026-07-03
Alistair Johnston congratulated Eustáquio on his late heroics.
‘Canadian heroes’ create World Cup magic, enthralling the entire globeCanada· 2026-06-29
Alistair Johnston got in each other’s way as they tried to head the ball back towards goal.
Canada first into last 16 as Stephen Eustáquio scores in stoppage time against South Africa – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-29
Alistair Johnston is a player for the Canadian national team.
Canadá vs Sudáfrica, EN VIVO en 16avos del Mundial 2026
Honduras· 2026-06-28
Stalwart Canadian defender Alistair Johnston foresaw a 'track meet' against South Africa.
Live updates: Canada looks to top South Africa in first-ever World Cup knockout gameCanada· 2026-06-28
Alistair Johnston is a Canadian defender who foresaw a challenging match against South Africa.
Five things Canada must focus on for World Cup showdown with South AfricaCanada· 2026-06-27
Alistair Johnston thinks Sunday's round of 32 match against South Africa will be a great one for fans.
Shaking off Swiss letdown, Canada braces for ‘track meet’ with South Africa in round of 32Canada· 2026-06-26Alistair Johnston expresses disbelief after failing to convert a scoring chance during his team's 2-1 loss to Switzerland at the World Cup.
Canada made it easier for World Cup fans to cross the border, but they did not comeCanada· 2026-06-25
Alistair Johnston had a chance to equalize but his header was saved.
WK Special 2026 – Zwitserland groepswinnaar na zege op Canada – de Ware Tijd
Suriname· 2026-06-25
Defender Alistair Johnston said this of Koné after the game: 'He’s one of those talents that you can’t really replace.'
Five things Canada must focus on ahead of its World Cup match against SwitzerlandCanada· 2026-06-20
Alistair Johnston commented on the painful impact of Kone's injury on the team.
Kone Patah Kaki, Hati Kanada Tak Patah
Indonesia· 2026-06-19
Alistair Johnston expresses mixed feelings about the victory due to a teammate's injury.
Canada World Cup game highlights: The historic 6-0 match against Qatar, Koné's injury and the fans' celebrationsCanada· 2026-06-19
Alistair Johnston spoke of the raw emotion of Koné’s injury after the game.
Victory at last: Canada steamrolls nine-man Qatar 6-0 for historic first win at a World CupCanada· 2026-06-19Alistair Johnston, who recently recovered from a hamstring injury to help Celtic win a league and cup double in Scotland.
Canada gets down to business in final training camp ahead of World CupCanada· 2026-05-27
Alistair Johnston is another mainstay in defense that Celtic is still without.
Celtic & Rangers face double jeopardy in Old Firm derby like no other
United Kingdom· 2026-03-01
Alistair Johnston is a Canadian defender discussing the importance of winning against Qatar.
Canada set to open World Cup campaign at Toronto’s BMO Field in JuneCanada· 2025-12-06
Alistair Johnston told TSN that if it’s Italy, in Toronto, it is going to be the biggest sporting event in Canadian history.
Canadian team confident as it sizes up its World Cup pool opponentsCanada· 2025-12-06Alistair Johnston is facing a long injury layoff.
Lessons to be learned in Canada’s scoreless draw with EcuadorCanada· 2025-11-14
Hamstring injury leaves Canada fullback Alistair Johnston facing long injury layoff.
Friendly against Ecuador will provide a unique taste of what soccer in Canada can beCanada· 2025-11-12
Alistair Johnston underwent hamstring surgery after suffering a setback in his return from injury.
Hamstring surgery leaves Canada fullback Alistair Johnston facing long injury layoffCanada· 2025-11-11
Alistair Johnston is a right-back for Canada, also valued similarly and a key player for the national team.
¿David contra Goliat? El jugador que vale más que toda la Liga Nacional, antes del Guatemala vs Canadá
Guatemala· 2025-06-27
Alistair Johnston's penalty shot was also saved by Dimitars Mitovs during the shootout.
Tobers ar Aberdeen kļūst par Skotijas kausa ieguvēju / Diena
Latvia· 2025-05-24
Alistair Johnston expressed pride in his team's performance after the match.
Canadian men beat U.S. 2-1 to seal third place in CONCACAF Nations League as coach Jesse Marsch sees redCanada· 2025-03-24
