Al Ittihad U17 Panoramica

How Vancouver’s street soccer culture is booming before the WC

As Vancouver prepares for the 2026 World Cup, Sunset Beach FC is helping fuel a rising street soccer culture rooted in community and identity.

WC26 Power Rankings: Spain stay No.1 as Brazil & U.S. climb

There really is nothing like the World Cup. Even just qualifying generates a level of nationwide excitement that the club game simply cannot match, which is why we witnessed truly joyous scenes all across the globe as one country after another secured a spot at this summer's festival of football in North America. The final six participants were confirmed in March, with Sweden, Turkiye, Czechia and Bosnia & Herzegovina taking the four remaining slots in Europe, while Iraq and DR Congo came out of the inter-confederation play-offs.

Can Canada handle a World Cup boom amid soccer concerns?

The 2026 World Cup could spark a soccer boom in Canada, but shortages of fields, facilities, coaches and funding may limit the sport's growth.

Where to watch Canada today?

Find out where to watch the game where you are. Scroll down for worldwide broadcasts!

Moise Bombito to miss World Cup after aggravating leg injury

Moise Bombito will miss the World Cup, with the Canadian center back deemed not fit enough to contribute for Jesse Marsch's side this summer. The defender, who plays his club soccer for Nice, broke his leg in October 2025. After admitting he was "sore" following 30 minutes in a warm-up friendly, Canada decided to prioritize his long-term health.

Bombito blow clouds Canada's World Cup preparations

Canada's World Cup tuneups are complete, but concerns remain. GOAL examines Moïse Bombito's injury setback and the key issues facing Jesse Marsch's side.

Altro

Pos	Squadra	G	V	P	S	GF	GS	+/-	Pt.	Forma
4	Al Qadisiyah U17	34	19	6	9	71	37	34	63	D S V V V
5	Al Ettifaq U17	34	18	8	8	83	46	37	62	V V V S V
6	Al Ittihad U17	34	19	4	11	76	54	22	61	V V S S S
7	Al Shabab U17	34	18	7	9	58	38	20	61	V V V S V
8	Al Nassr U17	34	18	5	11	65	42	23	59	S S V V D

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