FIFA

• Vancouver’s 1st World Cup game sees 2 arrests, no major incidents: police

  The first of seven matches to be played at BC Place was officially sold out, and the finale whistle left Australian fans ecstatic as they beat Turkey 2-0.

  Sports

  Jun 14
  
• World Cup economic impact takes shape as fans flood Toronto streets

  Packed patios and fan zones are bringing energy to Toronto, but hotel operators say June occupancy is tracking below last year's levels despite the World Cup.

  Economy

  Jun 13
  
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• Vancouver gets its turn in World Cup spotlight as Australia takes on Turkey

  Thousands of Turkish and Australian fans are expected at BC Place as Vancouver hosts its first-ever FIFA World Cup match tonight.

  Sports

  Jun 13
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• BC Hydro expects World Cup and hot weather to trigger record spring power consumption

  BC Hydro says warm weather and FIFA World Cup activity could push spring electricity demand near record levels across the province.

  Canada

  Jun 12
• Offside, yellow cards, penalty kicks: Your guide to key World Cup rules

  With the countdown for the FIFA World Cup's kickoff drawing closer and closer, here is a guideline of new rules and breakdowns of how certain plays work.

  Canada

  Jun 11
• Showers and thunderstorm likely just before Canada World Cup match in Toronto

  Global News' chief meteorologist Anthony Farnell said the humid weather looks set to break just before the 3 p.m. kickoff, with 'fantastic' weather over the weekend.

  Canada

  Jun 10
• Iranian soccer body claims World Cup fan tickets revoked days before start

  The federation's claims come amid heightened tensions between Iran, the U.S. and Israel, all of which are currently adhering to a fragile ceasefire.

  Trending

  Jun 9
• Top Somali referee set to officiate World Cup matches denied entry to U.S.

  Omar Artan is hailed as one of Africa's best referees and was the ref for the decisive leg of the African Champions League final last month — Africa's biggest club soccer game.

  Trending

  Jun 9
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• Toronto hotels expecting ‘uneven’ bookings in June thanks to World Cup

  Toronto's tourism sector had at one point expected to see a major boost from the global soccer tournament driven by travelling fans and large-scale bookings made by FIFA itself.

  Canada

  Jun 9
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• Foreign officers to help Toronto cops manage international fans during FIFA World Cup

  Toronto police say they will work with officers from other countries during the FIFA World Cup to manage international fan groups.

  Canada

  Jun 8