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Maxime Crépeau reflects on Canada’s World Cup victory over Qatar

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Maxime Crépeau reflects on Canada’s World Cup victory over Qatar

Summary

Maxime Crépeau, Canadian goalkeeper, discussed his limited role during Canada’s 6-0 World Cup win against Qatar on June 19, 2026. Despite not facing a shot, he revealed he was urged by fans to attempt a shot himself as he kicked the ball upfield. Coach Jesse Marsch emphasized the team's dominant performance, suggesting it could build their confidence heading into their final group match against Switzerland. The match also saw a severe injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné, who suffered a broken leg after a tackle, prompting Crépeau to provide emotional support to teammates.

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•Canada wins 6-0 against Qatar on June 19, 2026
•Crépeau faced no shots on goal during the match
•Ismaël Koné suffered a serious leg injury
•Next match for Canada is against Switzerland
•Marsch notes the team's dominant performance

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3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau says he resisted fans urging him to attempt a shot in World Cup win

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Although he saw little action in Canada's World Cup victory over Qatar, there was a moment when goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau was almost persuaded to get more involved in the offense. Crépeau didn't see a shot on goal from Qatar during Canada's first-ever World Cup victory. Canada all but sealed its spot in the knockout round with one final group match remaining, on Wednesday against Switzerland.
— Yahoo Sportsby ANNE M. PETERSON

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Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 3:04 AM
Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau says he resisted fans urging him to attempt a shot in World Cup win
Although he saw little action in Canada's World Cup victory over Qatar, there was a moment when goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau was almost persuaded to get more involved in the offense. Crépeau didn't see a shot on goal from Qatar during Canada's first-ever World Cup victory. Canada all but sealed its spot in the knockout round with one final group match remaining, on Wednesday against Switzerland.

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