Canucks in Qatar

A meaningless match? Hardly. Despite already being eliminated from contention for the last 16, Canada goes into its final group game against high-flying Morocco with much to play for. The Canadian men are still seeking a first-ever World Cup win. Or even a first point. They have one more chance in Qatar. To do that, John Herdman's side will need to slow down a Moroccan team that has its eyes on top spot in Group F. Will Canada play...

John Herdman told his players, and the world, that Canada would take down Croatia. Instead, the wily Croatians taught Herdman's team a harsh lesson, using their experience and technical quality to knock Canada out of the World Cup with a resounding 4-1 result. After such an encouraging performance against Belgium, it was a deflating way to bow out of the competition. How did everything go so wrong after Alphonso Davies' historic go...

Right back at it. After doing an impressive job of shackling Kevin De Bruyne and Belgium in their opening World Cup match, the task doesn't get any easier for the Canadians, who must replicate that performance against Luka Modric and Croatia. What tweaks, if any, should John Herdman make to his lineup? Will Canada come out with the same aggressive approach we saw in the unfortunate loss to Belgium? And can the Canucks be more clini...

Fearless. Tenacious. Ferocious. Canada, playing its first men's World Cup match in 36 years, pushed Belgium to the brink. The only thing missing was the finish. Despite creating more shots, more chances, and earning rave reviews for a relentless performance, Canada fell 1-0 in its Group F opener. But the final score doesn't tell the whole story. Not by a long shot. Canada deserved better. Episode 6 dissects the gut-wrenching defeat...

The preparations are complete. Now the real fun starts. At long last, Canada is ready to open its World Cup campaign, jumping right into the deep end against Kevin De Bruyne and Belgium. How do you stop the best midfielder on the planet, and how can John Herdman's team pull off the massive upset? Featuring an interview with Belgian football journalist Sven Claes (14:46), Episode 5 answers those questions, breaks down the tactics on...

It's time to break out the crystal balls. Just how far will Canada progress at the World Cup? Will Group F titans Belgium and Croatia be too much to handle? Is everyone sleeping on Morocco? These questions, and more, will determine if the Canadians shock the world and reach the knockout stages in Qatar. And let's not forget about the rest of the tournament. Who will shine brightest, flop hardest, and, most importantly, hoist the tr...

Let's talk tactics. Canada heads to Qatar quietly confident it can hang with the world's top teams, thanks in no small part to a talented young squad that excels using a variety of different systems and playing styles. Don't look now, but John Herdman's team can beat you in multiple ways. Featuring an exclusive interview with Canadian international midfielder Jonathan Osorio (17:09), Episode 3 dives into the strengths of the Canadi...

To know where you're going, you have to know where you've been. For too long, the debilitating low points in Canadian soccer - who can ever forget San Pedro Sula? - outweighed the exhilarating highs, like qualifying for the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. Featuring an exclusive interview with Canada Soccer Hall of Fame inductee Paul Dolan (19:06), Episode 2 examines the history of both the men's and women's programs, and charts an exciti...

Canada at the World Cup? For so long, it was scarcely believable. But under the tutelage of inspirational manager John Herdman, an exciting new generation of players opened eyes across the country, and the world, during an unforgettable qualifying campaign. Canada at the World Cup? It's no longer just a dream. Featuring an exclusive interview with standout defender Alistair Johnston (12:58), Episode 1 examines the team's road to Qa...