PHOTOS / VIDEO: Vancouver celebrates first World Cup win

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By CityNews Staff

Posted June 19, 2026 11:57 am.

It was a historic day in Vancouver as the Canada men’s national soccer team defeated Qatar 6-nil. Here is a look back at some highlights.

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