3 d. ago Fans struggle to access FIFA World Cup tickets for Toronto games

If you're looking to get your hands on FIFA World Cup tickets for next year, you're "almost there."At least, that's the message you might get when entering the first presale draw for next year's event, which went live today in North America and around the world.Entry for the FIFA World Cup ticket lottery opened at 11 a.m. The men's World Cup will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States in 2026, with Toronto and Vancouver the two Canadian host cities.In our own experience, the whole process took just under an hour.Joining the queue moments after it opened via both a mobile device and a laptop, we were met with a spinning circle and a message that said "almost there" for upwards of 30 minutes before a 20-minute countdown timer appeared.To enter the draw, you must be the cardholder (primary or secondary) of a valid, unexpired Visa debit card, credit card, or reloadable prepaid card enabled with 3D Secure, as the draw is run in ...

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7 d. ago Team Britain crowned 2025 BMO Nations’ Cup champs at Spruce Meadows Masters

Matthew Sampson, Ben Maher, Joseph Stockdale and Donald Whitaker of Team Britian were crowned BMO Nations’ Cup champs at Spruce Meadows

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8 d. ago A 25th Mann Cup in 2025? It has a nice ring for the New Westminster Salmonbellies

The senior lacrosse national championship best-of-seven final against the Six Nations Chiefs at venerable Queen's Park Arena starts tonight.

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1 week ago Cheapest FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets in Toronto are surprisingly affordable

The first draw for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets is a week away, and we now know the price of the cheapest tickets.Hype is starting to grow for the World Cup, as the North American-hosted tournament will host a total of 13 matches in Canada, split between Vancouver's BC Place and Toronto's BMO Field. It will be the first time that Canada has ever hosted men's World Cup matches, marking a historic moment in the country.Demand for tickets is expected to be sky high, with FIFA selling them via a lottery system. The first lottery will be open to eligible Visa cardholders beginning Wednesday.While a full list of prices has yet to be revealed, FIFA has announced that the cheapest group-stage tickets for World Cup matches will start at US$60 (C$82), a price point they say is an "accessible entry point to the tournament.""With just ten months to go until the FIFA World Cup 26 kicks off, we are excited to launch the first phase of ticket sales for the tournament...

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1 week ago Leagues Cup: Luis Suarez crache sur un membre du personnel de l’équipe adverse

Reconnu pour ses sautes d’humeur qui le poussent souvent à montrer les dents, Luis Suarez y est allé d’un geste odieux qui ne passera.

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2 w. ago USask Huskies putting Hardy Cup loss behind them ahead of 2025 football season

After seeing their season end with a loss to the Regina Rams in the 87th Hardy Cup last year, the USask Huskies are looking ahead when it comes to their 2025 Canada West season.

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2 w. ago What the most expensive FIFA World Cup tickets get you in Toronto

Bougie VIP tickets are now on sale for FIFA World Cup matches in Canada, and they are pricey.A total of 13 matches will be played in Canada next year, with seven being hosted in Vancouver's BC Place and another six at BMO Field in Toronto.Most tickets will be sold via a lottery system that begins Sept. 10, but more expensive hospitality tickets are already available.FIFA has listed five different tiers of luxury tickets, with each one having its own unique set of perks.Pitchside Lounge ($5,350-$6,350)The most expensive tickets available for World Cup matches are the Pitchside Lounge, where you will have to pony up at least $5,350 for a group stage game and up to $6,350 for a Round of 32 match.These tickets include premium sideline seats and champagne on arrival, along with other cocktails. Those in the Pitchside Lounge will also get access to what FIFA is calling the "exclusive selection" of drinks and a food menu dubbed the "culinary experienc...

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3 w. ago 'Huge impact': Roughriders coach Corey Mace credits Calgary, Stampeders boss for life's successes

The three-time Grey Cup winner has the West's best team rolling in the 2025 CFL campaign heading into Saturday's showdown at McMahon Stadium.

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3 w. ago Edmonton faces salary cap challenge no other team has conquered. Can Oilers do it?

No team with such a top-heavy roster as the 2025-26 Edmonton Oilers has won the Stanley Cup in the NHL’s salary cap era. When I say “top heavy,” I’m referring to the cap hit of the top four players — the Core Four — of Stanley Cup winning teams. I’m not digging into this to […]

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last month The 11th Shenyang Peace Cup International Juvenile Football Tournament Kicks Off

SHENYANG, China, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On August 12, 2025, the 11th Shenyang Peace Cup International Juvenile Football Tournament, jointly hosted by the Shenyang Municipal People’s Government and the Liaoning Provincial Bureau of Sports, kicked off at the Shenyang Peace Cup Football Park. The opening ceremony, themed “The Power of 11”, drew inspiration […]

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