Canada faithful show appreciation for unforgettable World Cup campaign

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4 July 2026

By Justin Ruderman

Canada

may have been eliminated from the 2026

FIFA World Cup

on Saturday, but the historic tournament run was an unquestionable success, as Les Rouges' faithful took to social media to show their appreciation following the defeat.

Despite

falling 3-0

to Morocco in the Round of 16, the CanMNT have forever changed Canadian soccer with their performances this summer.

From earning their

first-ever World Cup point

in their opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina to their

first-ever win

against Qatar to their

first-ever knockout-round victory

over South Africa, this team created countless historic moments to be celebrated by an entire nation.

Twelve years ago,

were No. 112 in the

FIFA

world rankings. Today, they boast a program-record No. 30 ranking, having inspired the next generation to climb even higher following an unforgettable

World Cup

run to the Round of 16 as tournament co-hosts.

Here's how the country reacted:

Official team accounts recognized the "football country" that has developed, noting how the success of 2026 is just the beginning of their soccer journey.

Former players, active and retired, beamed with pride at the strides the sport has taken in their country.

After representing

at the 2022

in Qatar,

Portland Timbers

defender

Kamal Miller

knows as well as anyone what this moment means for soccer north of the border.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney chimed in to show his appreciation for the historic nature of Les Rouges' success and the pride it manifested.

Even teams from Canada's other most popular sport chimed in to thank the CanMNT for the morale boost they've provided.

Of course, official league accounts also shared their emotional messages of appreciation.

The love also came from a former

USMNT

star, proving the appreciation extended beyond borders.

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