Excitement is building across Canada as soccer fans in Toronto gathered on Tuesday to mark 100 days until the FIFA World Cup kicks off this summer. With Canada’s co-host cities of Toronto and Vancouver getting ready to welcome the world, the countdown is officially on.
Thousands of fans wearing their national team colors and international flags gathered at public viewing events in downtown Toronto to celebrate the milestone. The atmosphere was festive, with live music, food vendors, and big screens broadcasting World Cup-related content.
Canada’s national team is preparing for its second consecutive World Cup appearance, having made history by reaching the tournament in 2022. Canadian fans have shown incredible support for the sport at all levels, and this summer’s tournament is expected to draw record crowds across the country.
Preparations in both Toronto and Vancouver are in full swing, with stadium renovations, fan zones, and hospitality facilities being finalized. Toronto’s BMO Field and Vancouver’s BC Place will host group stage matches and knockout rounds.
Canada is co-hosting the 2026 World Cup alongside the United States and Mexico, marking the first time three nations have jointly hosted the tournament.
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