Four countries are bringing their national soccer teams to Toronto this weekend for the final major tournament the city will host before it takes on several World Cup games next year.

The Canadian Shield Tournament kicks off at BMO Field on Saturday and features four national men's soccer teams — Canada, Ukraine, New Zealand and Ivory Coast.

The tournament is meant to prepare the teams for next year's FIFA World Cup, according to Canada Soccer.

Canada's head coach Jesse Marsch said his team is excited for the challenge that comes with taking on these strong opponents.

"It's a chance for all of us to competitively make sure that our teams are making steps forward and it will be, I think, a great experience for the fans [in] anticipation of what the World Cup will be next summer," Marsch

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