Canada made history on June 18, 2026, by defeating Qatar 6-0 at BC Place in Vancouver, earning the country's first-ever win at a men's FIFA World Cup. Jonathan David led the charge with a hat trick, while Cyle Larin opened the scoring early in the match.
Historic Victory for Canada
The Canadian team dominated from the start, with Larin scoring his second goal of the tournament to put Canada ahead. David then added two goals before halftime, making it 4-0. In the second half, David completed his hat trick, and another goal sealed the 6-0 victory.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and soccer legend Christine Sinclair reacted to Canada's first goal, calling it 'a small earthquake across the nation.' The win marks a milestone for Canadian soccer, which had previously struggled on the world stage.
Match Highlights
- Cyle Larin opened the scoring with his second World Cup goal.
- Jonathan David scored twice in the first half, including a tribute to injured teammate Ismaël Koné.
- David completed his hat trick in the second half, making it 5-0.
- Canada added a sixth goal to seal the emphatic victory.
The match was played in front of a sold-out crowd at BC Place, with a massive police presence ensuring security. The win puts Canada in a strong position to advance from the group stage.
