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Canada’s Alphonso Davies lands as Doha heats up ahead of World Cup kickoff
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
DOHA, Qatar – A smiling Alphonso Davies landed in Doha on Friday, a late arrival after undergoing therapy for a hamstring strain back in Germany. “Brotherhood fully reunited again,” Canada Soccer said in a social media post with a photo showing the Bayern Munich star giving a thumb’s up. “This is amazing,” Davies said on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nicki Minaj, Maluma, Myriam Fares release World Cup anthem
By The Associated Press on November 18th, 2022
DOHA, Qatar (AP) – Hip hop star Nicki Minaj has teamed up with Colombian singer-songwriter Maluma and Lebanese singer Myriam Fares for the latest addition to the official soundtrack of the World Cup in Qatar. The single “Tukoh Taka,” with lyrics in English, Spanish and Arabic, was released on Friday, two days ahead of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former Canada Soccer president Jim Fleming dies at age 87 on eve of World Cup
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
Former Canada Soccer president Jim Fleming, who helped lead Canada to its first men’s World Cup, has died on the eve of Canada’s return to the soccer showcase. Canada Soccer said Fleming died Thursday in Edmonton. He was 87. “We lost a great man today who was a fantastic father and our hero,” Sean Fleming, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A look at Canada’s Group F opposition at the World Cup in Qatar
By The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
After impressing against regional competition in qualifying for its first World Cup since 1986, Canada now faces a string of next-level tests in Qatar, starting with No. 2 Belgium. Here’s a look at Canada’s Group F opposition: BELGIUM (Nov. 23, 2 p.m. ET) World Ranking: No. 2. Nickname: Red Devils. Manager: Roberto Martinez, since March ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doha heating up as World Cup kickoff nears, Canadians take day to themselves
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
DOHA, Qatar – The day after its win over Japan in Dubai in its final World Cup warmup, Canada had no media availability Friday – leaving time to recover, assess and prepare for Wednesday’s tournament opener against second-ranked Belgium. The arrival of Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies and status of influential midfielder Stephen Eustaquio were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former Canada Soccer president Jim Fleming dies at age 87
By The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
Jim Fleming, who hired coaches Tony Waiters, Holger Osieck and Even Pellerud during his two stints as Canada Soccer president, has died at the age of 87. Canada Soccer said Fleming died Thursday in Edmonton. Fleming, a member of the Canada Soccer Hall of Fame, served as president from 1982 to 1986 and then again ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sale of beer with alcohol banned at World Cup stadiums
By Graham Dunbar, The Associated Press on November 18th, 2022
DOHA, Qatar (AP) – The sale of all beer with alcohol at the eight World Cup stadiums was banned Friday, only two days before the soccer tournament is set to start. Non-alcoholic beer will still be sold at the 64 matches in the country. “Following discussions between host country authorities and FIFA, a decision has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thursday’s sports scoreboard for Nov. 17, 2022
By The Canadian Press on November 18th, 2022
Thursday’s Scoreboard NHL New Jersey 3 Toronto 2 (OT) Tampa Bay 4 Calgary 1 Columbus 6 Montreal 4 Winnipeg 3 Anaheim 2 Colorado 3 Carolina 2 (OT) Dallas 6 Florida 4 Boston 4 Philadelphia 1 Nashville 5 N.Y. Islanders 4 Pittsburgh 6 Minnesota 4 St. Louis 5 Washington 4 (SO) Vegas 4 Arizona 1 Seattle ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!OHL Roundup: Gervais’ winner lifts Spirit past lowly IceDogs 3-2
By The Canadian Press on November 17th, 2022
SAINT CATHARINES, Ont. – Sebastien Gervais scored the game winner 6:09 into the third period as the Saginaw Spirit narrowly defeated the Niagara IceDogs 3-2 on Thursday. Theo Hill and Zayne Parekh added the others for Saginaw (13-6-1). Tristan Lennox made 23 saves in the win. Anthony Agostinelli and Declan Waddick replied for Niagara (4-11-3). ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada drops second straight as Carpenter’s winner lifts US to 2-1 Rivalry Series win
By The Canadian Press on November 17th, 2022
KAMLOOPS, B.C. – Canada dropped a second consecutive contest in Rivalry Series play to the United States Thursday, falling 2-1 at Sandman Centre. Alex Carpenter scored what proved to be the winner with under seven minutes remaining. Rory Guilday scored the game-tying goal for the U.S. Maddie Rooney made 19 saves in the win. Marie-Philip ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Savoie’s six-point effort lifts Winnipeg Ice past Regina Pats in high-scoring affair
By The Canadian Press on November 17th, 2022
WINNIPEG – Matthew Savoie recorded a hat trick and three assists as the Winnipeg Ice outduelled the Regina Pats 9-5 on Thursday. Owen Pederson, with two goals and added two assists, Zach Benson, Ty Nash, Connor McClennon and Connor Dale also scored for Winnipeg (19-1-0) which is now on a 14-game winning streak. Mason Beaupit ... Read More »
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