4 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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4 d. ago Toronto Blue Jays announcer Buck Martinez goes on hilarious anti

Buck Martinez seemed a bit on edge while calling the Toronto Blue Jays game on Wednesday, one which they won in extra innings by a 4-3 final.Martinez's issue wasn't with the Blue Jays, nor their opponent, the Houston Astros. Instead, he took a swipe at the New York Yankees, who, at the same time, were trailing big to the Detroit Tigers in a game they wound up losing 12-2.Despite the Yankees being only three games back of the Blue Jays for the top spot in the AL East with an 80-64 record, Martinez made it clear that he doesn't think the Yankees are all that."You know, the Yankees, they're not a good team," Martinez said. "I don't care what their record is. They have a lot of wild pitches, they make a lot of mistakes in the field, they don't run the bases very well. If they don't hit home runs, they don't have a chance to win."Blue Jays broadcast going scorched earth on the Yankees after finding out they were losing big pic.twitter.c...

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4 d. ago Buffalo Bills hint at possible return of NFL games in Canada

The Buffalo Bills are looking to make their mark on the Canadian market.On Tuesday, the Bills announced a joint partnership with the Toronto Argonauts and owner MLSE in an attempt to help grow the sport within Canada, particularly at the youth level.According to a release from the Bills, the new deal "represents one of the many Canadian community partnerships the Bills are planning to forge this season."Earlier this year, former Toronto athletes Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady, and Jozy Altidore were announced as minority shareholders in the Bills, with all three of them on hand at a ceremony announcing the partnership at BMO Field.But one question that was on a lot of minds with the new deal: would the Bills ever play another game in Canada, more than a decade since their last one?Buffalo Bills' history of NFL games in CanadaFrom 2008 to 2013, the Bills played two preseason and six regular-season games in Toronto, all of which were hosted at the Argos' former hom...

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4 d. ago Pelley: MLSE explored all options before having Argos play 3 home games abroad in ’26

Keith Pelley says Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment examined all options before deciding to have the Toronto Argonauts play three home games in 2026 in other CFL venues due to the FIFA World Cup. The Argos and B.C. Lions will play home games away from their respective venues during FIFA’s World Cup. Soccer’s men’s world […]

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5 d. ago Here's how to get tickets for Toronto games in FIFA World Cup lottery

Fans will be one step closer to getting their hands on FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets this week.The first ticket lottery process begins on Wednesday, Sept. 10, and continues until Friday, Sept. 19, though you'll need a Visa to ultimately purchase tickets.Potential buyers can go to FIFA's website to register for the draw and will be asked to create an account or log in to their previously existing one. Beginning Wednesday, fans will be asked to fill out a comprehensive form that will allow them to enter a lottery system to hopefully secure their seats for the World Cup.FIFA previously announced that tickets for group-stage matches will begin at US$60 (C$82). Other ticket prices have yet to be revealed.This initial presale is expected to include roughly one million tickets. Fans can purchase up to four tickets per game for up to 10 matches."With just ten months to go until the FIFA World Cup 26 kicks off, we are excited to launch the first phase of t...

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6 d. ago Here are the Toronto hot spots celebrities have been spotted at during TIFF 2025

TIFF 2025 hit the streets of Toronto with a bang this weekend, and here are the restaurants that the stars have been flocking to.Parties, press junkets and fly-by spottings have been the name of the game for Toronto since the Toronto International Film Festival's 50th anniversary season officially kicked off on Thursday, Sept. 4.While most folks are more focused on what the stars are doing on the silver screen, we want to know where they're eating, and we're sure we're not the only ones.That's why we've compiled a list of the Toronto bars and restaurants that have proven most popular among this year's crop of A-listers so far this season, so that you, too, can eat and drink like you just walked the red carpet.VinnyThe TIFF Lightbox might be the official heart of the film festival, but if we could name a second runner-up, it would be Vinny, the recently opened vinyl bar at 480 King St. W.One of the latest in Toronto hospitality super group INK En...

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6 d. ago What’s on the line for Blue Jays in final 19 games of MLB stretch run

Vital series with the Houston Astros begins on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre with Yankees just two games back.

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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 One week to go before first phase of FIFA World Cup™ ticket sales open

Entry period opens Wednesday, 10 September 2025 at 11:00 ET (17:00 CET) for Visa Presale Draw Tickets will start at USD 60 for group-stage matches Information on additional phases also now available TORONTO, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This time next week, the first phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 26™ will […]

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1 week ago The ticket window for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to open. Here’s how it works.

From Sept. 10-19, Visa cardholders can enter a presale draw covering all 104 games for the expanded 48-team tournament, which is being co-hosted by Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

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1 week ago FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets: You’ll need a Visa and a lot of luck for a chance at the presale

B.C. Place is slated to host seven games: five pool matches, including two featuring Canada, plus a round-of-32 match and a round-of-16 match

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1 week ago Ticket window for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to open – here’s how it works

Buying tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is going to take patience, research and a lot of luck. And the ticket window is about to begin. From Sept. 10-19, Visa cardholders can enter a pre-sale draw covering all 104 games for the expanded 48-team tournament, which is being co-hosted by Canada, the U.S. and […]

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1 week ago Ola Brynhildsen returns to Norway after loan stay with Toronto FC mutually terminated

TORONTO — With six games remaining in the regular season and Toronto FC sitting 15 points below the MLS playoff line, GM Jason Hernandez continues to clear the decks. Toronto announced Tuesday it was parting ways with Ola Brynhildsen, with the forward headed back to his native Norway to join Bodø/Glimt on loan. The 26-year-old […]

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1 week ago September to remember? Blue Jays blow up in spectacular fashion in loss to Reds

Toronto bullpen lets another game slip away in the ninth inning during Labour Day afternoon loss to Cincinnati.

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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 Blue Jays need to sharpen game after uneven road trip ends with Miami defeat

Underwhelming 3-3 road trip ends with 5-3 Toronto loss to Marlins Sunday afternoon in Miami

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3 w. ago Nick Arbuckle throws three TD passes, scores another to lead Argos past Lions

TORONTO — Nick Arbuckle threw for a career-high 430 yards with three touchdowns while rushing for another to lead the Toronto Argonauts to a 52-34 shoutout victory over the B.C. Lions on Saturday afternoon. Toronto (3-8) won for the first time in three games and improved to 2-4 at BMO Field. B.C. (5-6) suffered its […]

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3 w. ago The way Toronto Blue Jays games are broadcasted may be changing for some viewers

Toronto Blue Jays broadcasts might be getting a minor shakeup in the future.Most Blue Jays fans have been fortunate enough to only require one channel to follow their team each season, as Sportsnet has been the sole broadcaster of the team since Rogers Communications began owning the franchise in 2004.As long as one of Canada's telecommunications giants owns the franchise, it's likely that the vast majority of Blue Jays games will remain with Rogers-owned properties on a national broadcast.That's a contrast to the experience of most American baseball fans, who have seen many regional broadcasters shuttered in the past few years, with ongoing uncertainty year-to-year about where each of the 29 U.S.-based teams will have their games on television.But in recent seasons, a select few Blue Jays games (usually about one Friday game per month) have been exclusively broadcast via Apple TV+, a subscription streaming service.Select games being streaming-specific isn’t a...

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3 w. ago Auston Matthews touches on Mitch Marner’s departure, looks ahead to Maple Leafs season

Life goes on. That’s how Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is taking stock of the team’s future without Mitch Marner, whose next game in Toronto won’t be for another five months, when the Vegas Golden Knights visit Scotiabank Arena on Jan. 23. “We’ll miss him,” Matthews said on Wednesday night at the CAA Centre in […]

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last month Surging Blue Jays crushing ratings game too with huge Sportsnet numbers

It’s one of the toughest tickets in town for the live crowd as the Blue Jays have become one of the hottest stories in professional sports right now. And as a result, the team with the best record in the American League is once again delivering a massive ratings bonanza for Sportsnet. According to a […]

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