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Cape Verde Goalkeeper gains millions of followers
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City NewsJun 16, 2026

Cape Verde Goalkeeper gains millions of followers

After he made seven saves to keep a clean sheet against European champions Spain on Monday night, Vozinha has gained millions of followers overnight on Instagram. Roared on by thousands of Cape Verde supporters, Vozinha stood firm against Spain's relentless attack - the only goalkeeper over 40 years of age to have made more in a World Cup match was Pat Jennings with 10 on his 41st birthday for Northern Ireland against Brazil in 1986. He told CazeTV from Brazil that the support was "crazy".

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Socceroos score big over Turkey in Vancouver's 2026 World Cup hosting debut
City NewsJun 14

Socceroos score big over Turkey in Vancouver's 2026 World Cup hosting debut

The Latest on Canada's opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
City NewsJun 13

The Latest on Canada's opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Away from Toronto Stadium, fans celebrate Canada's 'historic' World Cup game
City NewsJun 13

Away from Toronto Stadium, fans celebrate Canada's 'historic' World Cup game

US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals
City NewsJun 13

US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals

FIFA's World Cup ticket prices all over the board as Ontario hikes resale fines
City NewsJun 5

FIFA's World Cup ticket prices all over the board as Ontario hikes resale fines

World Cup Tourism to Bring Modest, Short-Term Lift to Canadian GDP
City NewsJun 1

World Cup Tourism to Bring Modest, Short-Term Lift to Canadian GDP

The upcoming FIFA World Cup may deliver a modest bump to Canada's GDP with a rise in tourism and hospitality spending. Experts predict gains from tourism alone could bring in anywhere from one to five billion dollars. Reggie Cecchini has this story and more in Business Matters for June 1, 2026.

FIFA Faces Scrutiny from Ontario Government Over Ticket Resale Law
City NewsJun 1

FIFA Faces Scrutiny from Ontario Government Over Ticket Resale Law

The Ontario government has officially warned FIFA that its World Cup ticket resale platform is violating the province's strict new anti-scalping laws. Under recently passed legislation, it is illegal to resell tickets in Ontario for more than face value.

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola
City NewsMay 27

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola

Vanny Birungi, a Red Cross volunteer, speaks to people during a public sensitisation campaign amid the Ebola outbreak in Bunia, Congo, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Moses Sawasawa)

Josh Ross to headline Surrey Canada Day 2026 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds
City NewsMay 27

Josh Ross to headline Surrey Canada Day 2026 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds

More than 75,000 people attend the Surrey Canada Day festival in 2025. The City of Surrey expects similar numbers this year

Toronto piloting subway platform barriers, requires funding for full rollout
City NewsMay 27

Toronto piloting subway platform barriers, requires funding for full rollout

A TTC Line 2 subway train enters Pape Station's eastbound platform during the evening rush hour commute, Toronto Ont., May 21, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS IMAGES/Rachel Verbin

Canada Moves Toward Energy Superpower Goal With German LNG Deal
City NewsMay 27

Canada Moves Toward Energy Superpower Goal With German LNG Deal

The deal marks a significant step in Prime Minister Carney’s effort to capitalize on Canada’s oil-and-gas reserves