'Forgotten' host Canada's unforgettable World Cup
Summary
Canada co-hosted the World Cup with the US and Mexico and made history by reaching the round of 16, their best performance ever. Despite soccer being less popular than hockey and other sports in Canada, the tournament sparked national pride and hopes for growing Canadian interest in soccer.Key Facts
- Canada reached the round of 16, the furthest their men’s soccer team has ever gone in a World Cup.
- They won their first World Cup point, first match, and first knockout-stage game during this tournament.
- The team was led by American coach Jesse Marsch.
- Canada hosted several matches, including a 6-0 win over Qatar in Vancouver.
- Star midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a broken leg in the Qatar match.
- Canada co-hosted the tournament alongside the US and Mexico, with the final Canadian-hosted match in Vancouver.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney attended games and praised the team’s character and performance.
- There is hope that the World Cup success will increase soccer’s popularity in Canada.
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