Marc-Andre Fleury brings veteran leadership to Team Canada at World Championship

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 6, 2025, 03:30 IST

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Marc-Andre Fleury heads to the 2025 IIHF World Championship to suit up for Team Canada, and he'll be joined by former Penguins teammate Sidney Crosby. The legendary duo, who used to lead the Penguins to multiple championships as a team, will now suit up for their country side by side. Fleury's experience and Crosby's captaincy turned Canada into one of the best teams to keep an eye on for the gold once more.

Marc-Andre Fleury brings veteran leadership to Team Canada at World Championship (Image Source: Getty Images)

Andreurs Fleury will be not just hanging his pads up yet. The 39-year-old goalie has officially confirmed that he would be wearing a Team Canada jersey at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. The tournament will be another chance for fans to see the veteran NHL legend play and better yet, he'll be joined on the ice by fellow legend Sidney Crosby. Canadian hockey fans will adore this reunion.

Marc-Andre Fleury joins team Canada for one last go

Marc-Andre Fleury has officially come on board to play for Team Canada during the upcoming World Championship. The news was confirmed via @dailyfleury on Twitter, with fans going crazy.

Throughout this entire NHL season, Marc-Andre Fleury donned the colors of the Minnesota Wild. He certainly ranks as one of the most respected and decorated goaltenders of his time.
Approaching the age of 40, Fleury still shows tons of competitive spirit and love for the game. Playing for his country is another shot in the arm for Canada's confident chance in this tournament.
The World Championship is where a mix of young and old players come together. There are often talented young prospects and aged NHL players whose teams have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Marc-Andre Fleury’s NHL and international experience will be priceless. With three Stanley Cups, a Vezina Trophy, and an Olympic gold medal under his belt, he brings leadership and calm to the dressing room.

Sidney Crosby and Marc-Andre Fleury are back together

Perhaps the biggest of Marc-Andre Fleury's announcements was his reunion with Sidney Crosby. The two were longtime linemates for the Pittsburgh Penguins, winning three Stanley Cups together in the golden age of the 2010s.
To see them together again on the world stage is a flashback for those who followed the Penguins through their dynasty years. While both are nearing the end of their on-ice careers, they are still among the best and most devoted representatives of the game.
Sidney Crosby himself has never been anything but serious about competing on the international level, winning Olympic and World Championship gold medals. Marc-Andre Fleury’s commitment is equally as proud and dedicated. The two will likely be leaders on a Canadian team with a combination of youth and experience.
With Canada set to pursue another gold, Marc-Andre Fleury and Sidney Crosby's presence is a testament to how much heart and skill still fuels the nation's greatest stars. While they might no longer be playing at their peak, their effect could still be worthy of championships.
Also Read: “How Can You Not Admire This Guy?”: Sidney Crosby Represents Canada At The IIHF World Championship After 10 Long Years

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