World Cup fuels popularity of soccer in hockey-mad Canada (opens original article in a new tab)

Soccer is gaining popularity in Canada, fueled by the World Cup and its accessibility, despite hockey's traditional dominance.

• Soccer is Canada's fastest-growing sport with nearly a million registered players.
• Canada's national soccer team drew 1-1 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup.
• Canadian soccer defender Joel Waterman emphasized soccer's accessibility and growing popularity among youth.