Canada is ready to become a soccer nation as it hosts World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina

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Canada is ready to become a soccer nation as it hosts World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina

Canada is ready to become a soccer nation as it hosts World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina

The World Cup is drawing attention to soccer's growing popularity in Canada. Soccer has surpassed hockey and all other sports in youth participation, according to a recent report by Jumpstart, a Canadian charity. Canada coach Jesse Marsch said Thursday he has "felt a real momentum behind this team and behind this moment."

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