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Veteran Australian coach Steve Meehan takes over Canadian men's rugby team

Australian Steve Meehan has been named coach of the Canadian men's rugby team, succeeding Kingsley Jones.

Canada head coach Jesse Marsch expecting challenging 2025 schedule for Canadian men

The Canadian men faced elite opposition in 2024 and can expect more of the same next year in the lead-up to co-hosting the World Cup in 2026, says coach Jesse Marsch.

Canadian women finish tumultuous year unchanged at No. 6 in FIFA rankings

The Canadian women will finish 2024 unchanged at No. 6 in the FIFA rankings, looking to put the drone-spying scandal at the Paris Olympics finally behind them.

Lille's Jonathan David among nominees for Canada Soccer Player of the Year

Jonathan David, the leading scorer in the French league this season, highlights the list of men's nominees for Canada Soccer Player of the Year.

Toronto FC acquires Brazilian winger Thiago Andrade in expansion draft

Toronto FC acquired Brazilian winger Thiago Andrade from San Diego FC on Wednesday in a trade executed around the Major League Soccer expansion draft.

Canada women's rugby team headed to Southern Hemisphere in May for Pac Four Series

The Canadian women's rugby team is headed to the Southern Hemisphere in May to defend its Pacific Four Series title. The second-ranked Canadians will face No. 3 New Zealand on May 17 in Christchurch and No. 5 Australia on May 24 in Brisbane.

FIFA estimates $3.8 billion benefit for Canada as 2026 World Cup co-host

A FIFA economic impact assessment estimates the 2026 FIFA World Cup will contribute up to $3.8 billion in "positive economic output" for Canada as a host nation.

Toronto's 2026 World Cup office grows as tournament kickoff approaches 500 days away

With Jan. 27 marking 500 days out from the 2026 World Cup kickoff, some 50-plus staff are fleshing out the Canadian end of the tournament at FIFA's Toronto office.

Toronto FC captain Osorio calls Herdman's resignation as coach an 'unfortunate situation'

John Herdman's decision to step down as Toronto FC coach is an "unfortunate situation," says club captain Jonathan Osorio. Herdman resigned Nov. 29, saying it was "the right time for me to step away from the club, as the organization defines its vision for the future."

Kingsley Jones steps down as Canada men's rugby head coach with losing record

Rugby Canada is looking for a new men's coach after seven years with Kingsley Jones at the helm. While Rugby Canada says the parting of ways was mutual, it appears the governing body initiated the change.