World Cup
Canada and the FIFA World Cup — 2026 co-hosts
- Daily Hive Offside·
Two-thirds of Canadians support another FIFA World Cup held in Canada in 2038: survey ↗
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.
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Where Canada sits in the latest FIFA men's world rankings ↗
Canada's men's national team maintained its 30th FIFA world ranking despite advancing to the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in history, finishing the tournament with two wins, two losses, and one draw.
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How much money Canada’s men's national team made at the FIFA World Cup ↗
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.
- CBC Soccer·
World Cup finals reaction, plus what is next for Canada soccer after historic tournament ↗
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.
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41 photos that defined Vancouver's electric FIFA World Cup atmosphere ↗
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.
- CBC Soccer·
Owen Goodman on the front line as Canadian men open new cycle after historic 2026 World Cup ↗
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.
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Vancouver's FIFA World Cup security force reached up to 1,300 police officers, coming from as far as Edmonton ↗
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.
- CBC Soccer·
Canada remains 30th in latest FIFA men's rankings; World Cup champion Spain climbs back to No. 1 ↗
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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Where Canada ranks in the FIFA World Cup final standings ↗
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.
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Over 500,000 people have now attended FIFA World Cup Fan Festival Vancouver at the PNE fairgrounds ↗
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.
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Canadian wildfires could smoke out the FIFA World Cup Final ↗
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.
- CBC Soccer·
Whitecaps' Thomas Muller questions England head coach Tuchel's tactics after World Cup exit ↗
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.
- Daily Hive Offside·
American content creator agrees with everyone about Vancouver rocking as FIFA World Cup host ↗
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.