When Canada qualified for the 2022 tournament, it ended a 36-year World Cup drought. Having not gotten out of the group stage of its two prior World Cup appearances, Canada will be aiming at the knockout rounds in 2026. The last (and only) major trophy won by Canada was the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2000.

Canada, Mexico, and the United States had what will be seen as relatively favorable draws for the 2026 World Cup.

Jesse Marsch's side is 27th in the FIFA world rankings and reached the semi-final stage of the 2024 Copa America.

Some of Canada's top stars in Olympic men's hockey shined brightest against Team USA since NHL participation began in 1998.

The three host nation leaders are expected to meet in Washington DC on Friday for the tournament's final draw.

USA, Canada and Mexico are drawn into their FIFA World Cup groups by President Trump, President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum, and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦

America has approved a significant arms sale to Canada. The United States will provide bombs worth $2.68 billion. This comes as Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney boosts defense spending. Canada is increasing its military budget to meet NATO targets.

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