Luis Diaz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan
Colombia arrived at the World Cup with dreams of redemption after missing out on Qatar in 2022. Although it was tense at times, the Cafeteros got off to a strong start.
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NHL fans will now have to pay to watch games on Sportsnet. What that means for Rogers — and CBC
The National Hockey League season came to a close this month and with it came the end of an era as longtime partners Rogers and CBC were unable to come to a new agreement for NHL broadcasts.
With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US
TORONTO, June 18 : Clad in Canada gear with a red cowboy hat and a maple leaf painted on her face, Catherine Paternal was ready to celebrate Canada's national soccer team. But she is in no mood to be co-hosting Canada's first World Cup with its southern neighbor.
Bosnia ready to shed underdog reputation, face Switzerland as equals
INGLEWOOD, California, June 17 : Bosnia and Herzegovina are fighting to dispel the notion that they are underdogs at the World Cup, key player Nikola Katic told reporters on the eve of their match with Switzerland.
After tough Panama win, Ghana can do something at World Cup, Queiroz says
TORONTO, June 17 : Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said wins in this World Cup came at a high price and that his players had shown they were ready to pay it after the West African country overcame Panama 1-0 thanks to a stoppage-time goal on Wednesday.
Canada captain Alphonso Davies, Moise Bombito will be available to play vs. Qatar on Thursday
Before Canada’s World Cup roster became official on June 11, head coach Jesse Marsch made three gambles, taking a trio of players who were not fit to play but had shown hopeful signs that they would return from their injuries in time to contribute.
Canada seeking to take control early in Qatar World Cup showdown
VANCOUVER, June 17 : Canada will be looking to learn the lessons from their 1-1 opening draw with Bosnia & Herzegovina and to stamp their authority on their World Cup Group B match with Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday.
Yirenkyi's last-gasp strike seals 1-0 victory for Ghana over Panama
TORONTO, June 17 : Caleb Yirenkyi scored a stoppage-time winner to earn Ghana a 1-0 win over Panama in a chilly and lively World Cup game in which the African side were forced to play the second half without starting goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi on Wednesday.