'We just have to push': Canada in position to win FIFA World Cup group
An emotional 6-0 drubbing of Qatar on Thursday vastly improved Canada’s chance of not only advancing to the tournament’s knockout stage but winning Group B.
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The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Injured Koné celebrated as he returns to Canada at World Cup
Fresh off surgery to repair a broken left leg suffered in Thursday’s 6-0 win over Qatar that gave Canada the top spot in group B, Ismael Kone returned to the team and was greeted with raucous cheers the second he opened the car door.
Germany, Cote D’Ivoire fans arrive in Toronto for FIFA World Cup match
Thousands of Germany and Ivory Coast soccer fans are gathering in Toronto as the FIFA World Cup matchup between the two nations’ teams is set to get underway in the city this afternoon.
Saturday at FIFA World Cup: Dutch look for control of Group F as Toronto welcomes Germany, Cote D’Ivoire
Here’s a rundown of Saturday’s games with teams in Group E and Group F featured in group-stage play.
Paraguay eliminates Turkiye from World Cup with victory despite being down a man
Matias Galarza scored 65 seconds into the game for the fastest goal at this year’s World Cup and Paraguay held on for a 1-0 win over Turkey on Friday night after playing a man down for more than half the match.
Paraguay’s Almiron becomes first player red-carded at World Cup for covering his mouth
Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player issued a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth, getting sent off during a confrontation late in the first half against Turkey on Friday night.
Neymar (calf) expected to return for Brazil in World Cup against Scotland
Neymar is expected to return from a right calf injury and play for Brazil in its final World Cup group match, coach Carlo Ancelotti said Friday night.
Canada goalkeeper Crépeau says he resisted fans urging him to attempt a shot in World Cup win
Crépeau, speaking to reporters on Friday after Canada’s dominant 6-0 win the day before, addressed the final moments of the match, when he delivered the ball up the field and red-clad fans in the crowd at BC Place bellowed, “Shoot!”
Junior’s offensive spark gets Brazil back on track after lackluster World Cup opener
Vinícius Júnior showed why he’s the most valuable player for five-time World Cup champion Brazil, scoring one goal and helping to create two others in a 3-0 victory over Haiti on Friday night.
Cunha scores two goals as Brazil eliminates Haiti from World Cup
Vinícius Júnior scored and assisted on one of Matheus Cunha’s two goals as five-time champion Brazil eliminated Haiti from the World Cup with a 3-0 victory on Friday night.
Saibari’s second-minute goal stands up to lift Morocco over Scotland at World Cup
Ismael Saibari scored only 72 seconds into the game and Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup on Friday to keep alive its chances of advancing to its second straight knockout round.
New stadium needed to keep Whitecaps in Vancouver, MLS Commissioner Garber says
MLS Commissioner Don Garber said before the United States beat Australia at the World Cup on Friday that the Vancouver Whitecaps need to have a new stadium deal in order to keep the club in Vancouver.
Canada looking ahead after emotional, historic World Cup victory
Canada’s head coach Jesse Marsch has long preached the importance of calm and focus to his players. The message resonated Thursday during a FIFA World Cup game crammed with emotional peaks and valleys.
World Cup what to know: Netherlands, Sweden face off as group stage reaches halfway point
This summer’s supersized World Cup is about to reach the halfway point of its 48-team group stage schedule.
Wahi trains with Ivory Coast teammates in Toronto after getting clearance to travel
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged betting-related offences, worked out with his teammates Friday after receiving authorization to enter Canada a day earlier for his nation’s FIFA World Cup match against Germany.
Canada’s history-making win becomes the most-watched group stage match ever, reaching 11.7M viewers
Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team made history on Thursday evening, securing their first-ever FIFA WORLD CUP™ victory, and the win electrified Canadian fans. Attracting a record average audience of 5.3 million viewers on TSN, RDS, CTV, Noovo, and Crave.
Despite Pulisic’s absence, USA beats Australia to advance to World Cup knockout round
The United States advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday.
What is the ‘green whistle’ Canadian player Koné was given after FIFA injury?
When Canadian midfielder Ismael Koné was taken off the field on a stretcher during Canada’s World Cup match against Qatar on Thursday, photos showed him inhaling from a small green device, prompting many fans to wonder what it was.
Boston, Scotland World Cup fans brought together in soccer kinship, celebration and love of beer
Ever since Scotland fans learned they’d begin the country’s ninth World Cup appearance in Boston, plans were being made for a party.
Mexico GK Rangel seizes the World Cup spotlight with two shutouts in two matches
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Mexican national team ahead of the World Cup was who would start in net.
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