Canada 2026 • FIFA World Cup

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Canada Seeks First Win Against Qatar in Crucial Vancouver Clash

Co-hosts Canada look to secure their first victory of the 2026 World Cup against a resilient Qatar side at BC Place.

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Clash for the Top: Mexico Faces South Korea in High-Stakes Group A Showdown

Mexico and South Korea battle for Group A supremacy at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, with both teams looking to secure early qualification.

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Late Penalty Seals Hard-Fought 3-1 Win for Austria Over Jordan

Austria secured a vital 3-1 victory against a stubborn Jordanian side in a thrilling encounter, heavily reliant on second-half perseverance and a late penalty.

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Dynamic Colombia Secure 3-1 Win Over Plucky Uzbekistan

Colombia showcased their trademark flair and attacking verve to overcome a resilient Uzbekistan side 3-1, with Luis Diaz orchestrating the victory.

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Six-Goal Thriller: England Outgun Croatia 4-2 in High-Octane Clash

England's attacking brilliance shone through in a thrilling 4-2 victory over a resilient Croatian side, with Harry Kane leading the line with a vital first-half brace.

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Stalemate: Resolute DR Congo Hold Portugal to 1-1 Draw

Portugal were left frustrated after an early goal from Ruben Neves was canceled out by Yoane Wissa, resulting in a gritty 1-1 draw against a spirited DR Congo.

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Messi's Masterclass: Argentina Dismantle Algeria 3-0 in Opener

Lionel Messi rolled back the years with a stunning hat-trick to start Argentina's World Cup defense in style against a resilient Algerian side.

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Messi's Final Stand: Argentina Begin Title Defense Against Algeria

Lionel Messi leads the defending champions into their 2026 opener against a rejuvenated Algeria side at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

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Contrast of Styles in Austin: Austria Face Historic Debutants Jordan

Ralf Rangnick's high-pressing Austria meet World Cup debutants Jordan at Austin Stadium in an intriguing Matchday 1 clash for Group J.

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Mbappé Masterclass: France Overcome Senegal in Group I Opener

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as defending champions France began their quest for a third title with a clinical 3–1 victory over Senegal at MetLife Stadium.

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Haaland's Power Show: Norway Overwhelms Iraq 4-1

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway began their long-awaited World Cup campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over Iraq.

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Atlanta Thriller: Belgium and Egypt Share Points in 1–1 Draw

An own goal saved a point for Belgium after Emam Ashour had given Egypt a shock lead, as the two sides played out a pulsating 1–1 draw at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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LA Thriller: New Zealand and Iran Share Four Goals in Dramatic Draw

Iran fought back twice to secure a 2–2 draw against a spirited New Zealand side in a pulsating Group G encounter at SoFi Stadium.

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Miami Stalemate: Uruguay Rescued by Late Strike Against Saudi Arabia

Maxi Araújo scored a late equaliser to cancel out Abdulelah Al-Amri's opener as Saudi Arabia and Uruguay shared the points in a 1–1 draw in Miami.

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Miami Stalemate: Cabo Verde Hold Spain to Historic Goalless Draw

In one of the greatest shocks in World Cup history, debutants Cabo Verde earned a heroic point against European champions Spain in a 0–0 draw in Miami.

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Houston Hammering: Germany Hit Seven in Dominant Opener

Germany delivered a statement of intent at Houston Stadium, dismantling debutants Curaçao 7–1 in a clinical display of attacking football.

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David vs Goliath in Houston: Germany Meet Debutants Curaçao

Three-time champions Germany begin their 2026 campaign against World Cup debutants Curaçao in a fascinating Group E opener in Houston.

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Elephants Edge La Tri: Côte d'Ivoire Secure Vital Win in Philly

A stunning strike from Seko Fofana earned Côte d'Ivoire a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Ecuador in a physical Group E encounter at Philadelphia Stadium.

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High-Stakes Clash in Philly: Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador Battle for Group E Supremacy

Two of the most athletic sides in the tournament meet in Philadelphia, with both teams eyeing a knockout spot behind group favorites Germany.

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Texas Thriller: Japan Stun Netherlands with Late Comeback

Japan scored twice in the final minutes to snatch a dramatic 2–2 draw against the Netherlands in a tactical masterpiece at Dallas Stadium.

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Tactical Duel in Dallas: Netherlands Face Japan

Two of the most tactically astute teams in world football, the Netherlands and Japan, meet in Dallas for a high-stakes Group F opener.

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Vikings Overrun Carthage: Isak Leads Sweden to 5–1 Win

Alexander Isak starred with a goal and two assists as Sweden marked their World Cup return with a dominant 5–1 victory over Tunisia in Monterrey.

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Return of the Vikings: Sweden Face Technical Tunisia in Monterrey

After missing 2022, Sweden returns to the world stage against a Tunisia side boasting one of the most technical midfields in African football.

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Vancouver's Grand Opening: Australia Defeat Türkiye at BC Place

Nestory Irankunda made history as Australia's youngest World Cup goalscorer, powering the Socceroos to a 2–0 victory over Türkiye in Vancouver's first match of the 2026 tournament.

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Midnight in Vancouver: Australia Face Türkiye in Group D

Vancouver hosts its first match of the 2026 World Cup as Australia and Türkiye meet at BC Place in a crucial late-night clash for Group D.

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Stalemate at MetLife: Morocco Hold Brazil to Thrilling 1–1 Draw

Vinícius Júnior's stunning strike cancelled out Ismael Saibari's opener as Morocco and Brazil shared the points in a high-octane Group C clash in East Rutherford.

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Group C Blockbuster: Brazil Face Morocco in East Rutherford

Five-time champions Brazil begin their quest for a sixth star against 2022 semi-finalists Morocco at MetLife Stadium in one of the group stage's most anticipated clashes.

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Canada vs Qatar: What to Know for Matchday 2 in Vancouver

Canada move to BC Place to face Qatar on June 18, with a chance to build on their opening-day point and take a big step toward the knockout rounds.

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McGinn Magic: Scotland End 36-Year Wait with Win Over Haiti

John McGinn's first-half strike guided Scotland to their first World Cup victory in 36 years, overcoming a resilient Haiti side in a historic Group C encounter in Boston.

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History in Boston: Haiti Face Scotland in Group C Clash

Scotland and Haiti meet at Gillette Stadium in a match that could decide the 'best of the rest' in Group C behind heavyweights Brazil and Morocco.

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Stoppage-Time Drama: Qatar Earn Late Point Against Switzerland

A 94th-minute header from Boualem Khoukhi cancelled out Breel Embolo's early penalty as Qatar earned a hard-fought 1–1 draw against Switzerland at Levi's Stadium, leaving Group B wide open.

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Text Highlights: Switzerland vs Qatar

Full text-based highlights from Levi's Stadium as Qatar struck late to deny Switzerland a winning start to their World Cup campaign.

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Group B Watch: Switzerland Meet Qatar as Canada's Rivals Begin

Canada's Group B rivals Switzerland and Qatar open their World Cups against each other — a result that will shape the race to the knockout rounds alongside Les Rouges.

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Alphonso Davies Misses World Cup Opener with Hamstring Injury

Canada captain Alphonso Davies sat out the World Cup opener against Bosnia as he recovers from a hamstring injury, with the team hopeful of his return during the group stage.

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Canada Earn Historic First World Cup Point in 1–1 Draw with Bosnia

On the opening day of a home World Cup, substitute Cyle Larin struck late to earn Canada a 1–1 draw with Bosnia & Herzegovina at a roaring BMO Field — the nation's first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup.

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Text Highlights: Cyle Larin's Historic Equaliser vs Bosnia

Cyle Larin's 79th-minute strike at BMO Field earned Canada their first-ever World Cup point. Here is the full play-by-play of the key moments from the 1–1 draw.

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FIFA Fan Festivals Light Up Toronto and Vancouver

Free FIFA Fan Festivals in Toronto and Vancouver are giving fans a stadium-style atmosphere to watch every World Cup match — and thousands turned out to roar Canada on in the opener.

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Stars and Stripes Shine: USA Hammer Paraguay 4–1 in Opener

Folarin Balogun's double and a late Gio Reyna stunner powered the United States to a dominant 4–1 victory over Paraguay in their home World Cup opener in Los Angeles.

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World Cup Kicks Off: Mexico and USA Open with Statement Wins

The 2026 World Cup is up and running. Mexico beat South Africa in the opener, South Korea edged Czechia, and the USA hammered Paraguay 4–1 — here's how the wider tournament has begun.

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Azteca Roars: Mexico Open World Cup with 2–0 Win over South Africa

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez provided the goals as co-hosts Mexico began the 2026 FIFA World Cup in style, defeating South Africa 2–0 at the iconic Estadio Azteca.

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Taegeuk Warriors Fight Back: South Korea Edge Czechia 2–1

South Korea produced a spirited second-half comeback in Guadalajara, scoring twice late on to secure a vital 2–1 victory over Czechia in Group A.

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The World Cup in Canada: Every Match at BMO Field and BC Place

Canada is hosting 13 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup across Toronto and Vancouver. Here's the full picture — the venues, the visiting nations, and the dates that matter.

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Group B Guide: Canada, Switzerland, Bosnia & Qatar

Everything you need to know about Canada's Group B at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — the opponents, the schedule, and the road to the knockout rounds.

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Canada's Road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup

As co-hosts, Canada qualified automatically for 2026 — their third World Cup and first on home soil. Here's how the team arrived at this moment.

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