World Cup

Kaylee Hunter scored a long-range goal for Canada's U-20 women's team against France in a World Cup quarterfinal.

Richie Laryea has reached the distinction of playing in two World Cups for Canada and is targeting a third appearance at the 2030 tournament as a new qualification cycle begins.

Canada's national team coach Jesse Marsch is enthusiastic about a potential merger between the Concacaf and UEFA Nations League competitions, which would provide more meaningful international fixtures against higher-level opponents.

A podcast episode discusses the Canadian men's national team's performance at the 2026 World Cup and the beginning of the next World Cup cycle.

Canadian national team players Alphonso Davies and Maxime Crepeau will be unavailable for upcoming World Cup qualifier matches in Toronto and Montreal.

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Canada Soccer announced the men's national team squad for matches scheduled in September and October following the FIFA World Cup 26.

Canada's U-20 women's national team has qualified for the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.

Science World in Vancouver is selling panels from a large Adidas soccer ball installation that was displayed on its dome since June, with proceeds supporting the museum's STEAM programs.

Canada defeated Tanzania in the U-20 Women's World Cup and awaits the result of another match to determine if it advances from the group stage.

A soccer show featuring CanWNT coach Casey Stoney discussing Canada's upcoming qualifying competitions, analysis of CanMNT player transfers including Jonathan David and Nathan Saliba, and highlights from CPL and NSL matches.

Science World's giant dome, temporarily transformed into a FIFA World Cup 2026 match ball for the tournament, will be restored to its original form starting September 8.

Stephen Eustaquio, who played a key role in Canada's World Cup qualification, has signed with Swansea City of Wales.

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Seven current or former Ontario Premier League players have been selected to Canada's 21-player roster for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland 2026, with 16 players from the PSLC pathway represented on the squad.

Canadian midfielder Stephen Eustáquio, who scored a crucial goal for Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has transferred from FC Porto to Swansea City AFC in England's Championship on a two-year deal with an option for a third year.

Canada Soccer has announced a 21-player roster for the Canadian national under-20 women's team competing at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.

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A soccer discussion program covering Canadian women's and men's national team storylines including Jessie Fleming and Alphonso Davies, plus updates from the Canadian Premier League and National Soccer League.

The Canadian Premier League aims to capitalize on momentum from Canada's World Cup hosting experience to develop player talent for the 2030 tournament.

Jesse Marsch is seen as a good fit for Canada's national team program. Zimmerman expressed disappointment with the USMNT's Round of 16 exit at the World Cup, noting that Concacaf's competitive landscape has shifted beyond traditional dominance by the US and Mexico.

Canadian-Bangladeshi player Shamit Shome has signed with the New York Cosmos as a free agent.

Vancouver Whitecaps face Tigres UANL in a Leagues Cup match after prior defeats to Atlante FC and FC Juárez in the tournament.

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Brampton, Ontario is renaming six soccer fields to honour local players who represented Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest contingent from any Canadian city.

Canada faces Mexico in the Concacaf U20 Championship semifinal, with a berth to the 2028 Summer Olympics on the line. Canada has already secured qualification for the 2027 U20 World Cup.

Canada's men's under-20 national team has qualified for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

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Canada's U20 team faces Jamaica in a Concacaf U20 Championship quarterfinal, playing for the second time in a row after drawing 2-2 in group stage play. The winner advances to the semifinals with qualification hopes for the U20 World Cup at stake.

Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival drew large crowds during the 2026 World Cup, though premium VIP ticketing failed to attract sufficient paying customers despite strong overall attendance and entertainment programming.

Toronto's FIFA fan fest event during the World Cup sold 44 per cent of its available tickets and generated approximately $5 million in revenue for the city.

Canada Soccer is reviewing proposals from FIFA leadership regarding changes to the World Cup format and governance structure.

Canada Soccer held site visits to prospective 2026 FIFA World Cup venues in the St. John's area of Newfoundland and Labrador, including locations in Mount Pearl and Conception Bay South.

Canada's chief tournament officer reflects on the country's successful hosting of the World Cup and explores the possibility of a future Olympic Games bid.

Vancouver International Airport processed nearly 2.8 million passengers during the 2026 FIFA World Cup period (June 8 to July 10), averaging over 86,000 travellers daily as the city hosted seven matches of the tournament.

Canada Soccer has scheduled international men's matches in the fall following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the first home games for the national team since hosting the tournament in Vancouver.

Canada Soccer is expanding opportunities for women in the sport, with focus extending across multiple World Cup cycles.

Vancouver's FIFA World Cup 2026 host city operations concluded after hosting matches over a 39-day period in late spring and early summer, with organizers now managing post-tournament logistics and facilities restoration.

Goal nets from BC Place Stadium's FIFA World Cup matches, including Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar, have been repurposed as public art installations at Metro Vancouver attractions.

Canada's men's national team will host friendly matches against Chile and Peru this fall following the team's round of 16 finish at the 2026 World Cup.

A survey shows 67 per cent of Canadians support hosting the FIFA World Cup again in 2038, with some preferring the same venues used in 2026 (Vancouver and Toronto) and others advocating for different Canadian cities.

A record 30.5 million Canadians watched FIFA World Cup coverage on television, with Vancouver and Toronto serving as host cities for the tournament.

Canada's men's national team finished 14th at the FIFA World Cup and earned prize money from the tournament after reaching the Round of 16.

A CBC program covers the 2026 World Cup final and features discussion of Canada's performance in the tournament, along with updates on CPL and NSL action. Canadian men's national team assistant coach Paul Stalteri participates to reflect on the team's World Cup campaign.

Vancouver hosted FIFA World Cup matches during the 2026 tournament, with the city's streets and public spaces filled with fan activities and celebrations throughout the event period.

The Canadian men's national team is beginning a new cycle after participating in the 2026 World Cup, with 22-year-old goalkeeper Owen Goodman positioned as a key player for the team's future.

Vancouver Police Department deployed up to 1,300 officers from multiple provinces during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to secure seven matches at BC Place Stadium and related venues across the city.

Canada holds steady at 30th place in the latest FIFA men's world rankings, while Spain returns to the top spot following its World Cup victory.

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Canada's men's national team finished 14th at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, advancing from the group stage and winning a knockout match against South Africa before losing to Morocco in the Round of 16—their best World Cup performance to date.

A CBC analysis examines controversies that have emerged during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

CBC Sports columnist reflects on the 2026 World Cup, examining both its disruptive aspects and its capacity to unite people despite various challenges.

The FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in Vancouver has attracted over 500,000 visitors during its first 25 days at the PNE fairgrounds, offering match screenings, entertainment, and official merchandise sales.

Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario has forced postponement of an MLS match in Chicago involving the Vancouver Whitecaps, and air quality concerns may also affect the FIFA World Cup Final in New York City on Sunday.

Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Thomas Muller criticized England's tactical approach after the team lost 2-1 to Argentina in a World Cup semifinal following a late collapse.

Vancouver hosted FIFA World Cup matches, with Canada's men's national team achieving their first-ever tournament victory. The event drew international fans and featured prominent global players competing at BC Place.