Canada fans rally in Vancouver ahead of World Cup match against Switzerland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Thousands of Canadian fans marched through Vancouver on June 24, displaying their support for the national soccer team ahead of its match against Switzerland at BC Place. The fans actively expressed their enthusiasm through singing, waving banners, and honoring injured midfielder Ismael Kone, who suffered a broken leg last week. This gathering reflects Canada's growing identity as a soccer nation, eager to advance to the knockout rounds for the first time.
- •Canada supporters painted Vancouver red and white in support of their soccer team.
- •The march was organized as a tribute to injured player Ismael Kone.
- •The event highlights Canada's increasing soccer popularity amid its traditional hockey identity.
- •Fans believe in the team's chances of advancing beyond group stages.
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — Soccer-Canada fans on the march turn Vancouver into sea of red and white
"(Corrects spelling of Jamie MacLeod's name in paragraph six) By Pearl Josephine Nazare and Mohammed Benmansour VANCOUVER, June 24 (Reuters) - Thousands of Canada supporters marched through Vancouver
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