- Soccer has quietly become Canada’s top youth sport — a Jumpstart report says about half of Canadian kids now play organized soccer, surpassing hockey.
- Toronto was a sea of red as fans donned Canada jerseys ahead of the 2026 World Cup opener, and many see hosting the tournament as a big moment to grow the sport.
- Canada will be without star Alphonso Davies for the opener due to a hamstring injury, though coach Jesse Marsch hopes he can return during the group stage.
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