Soccer
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Why Canada’s World Cup Run is Bigger than Soccer
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While a Round-of-16 loss in the FIFA World Cup may seem weak on the surface, this is a stronger finish than many expected for Canada’s national team, and it will set the tone for how they are viewed in future tournaments. As a lifelong Canadian soccer fan, going to Toronto and experiencing the vibrant energy…
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Tactical Suffocation and Extra-Time Drama: Spain Outlasts Argentina in Heavyweight World Cup Final
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If you tuned into the FIFA World Cup 2026 final expecting an end-to-end, instant classic, you probably found yourself wishing you were rewatching the third-place match instead. Where the bronze-medal fixture offered wild offensive back-and-forth, the showpiece match at New York New Jersey Stadium was a tense, methodical grind. In many ways, the tournament’s conclusion…
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World Cup fever hits Waterloo Region as hundreds gather at Kitchener City Hall
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The high-stakes drama of the FIFA World Cup made its way to the heart of Downtown Kitchener on Saturday, July 11, as hundreds of local soccer fans gathered at Carl Zehr Square for the Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026 fan festival. The free, day-long celebration was one of dozens of stops across the country…
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Liverpool Lose Momentum as Pressure Mounts on Arne Slot
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Liverpool FC’s current season has been full of ups and downs. The 24/25 premier league champions entered this season with high expectations but unfortunately have struggled to find consistent momentum, leading to increasing scrutiny on both performances on the pitch and direction of manager Arne Slot’s project. From a results standpoint, Liverpool’s form has been uneven. While there have been some displays of encouraging football…
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Golden Hawks show up in soccer leg of Battle of Waterloo
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The soccer leg of the Battle of Waterloo series took place this past weekend, with games held at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Ansley Alumni Field on Sept. 13 at 8:15 p.m. for the men and 6 p.m. for the women’s matchup. The second round of games were held at the University of Waterloo’s Warrior Field on…
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Call for Indigenous art at Region of Waterloo International Airport
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At the end of August, Waterloo Region called for Indigenous artists to submit murals to be showcased at the Region of Waterloo International Airport by Nov. 8. Artists chosen will be from Indigenous groups in Waterloo, including those from Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and urban Indigenous communities. The Public Art Advisory Committee will review the submissions next…
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Women’s playoff hopes end in gritty match
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The Laurier women’s soccer team embarked on an admirable playoff journey as the team advanced to the round of 16, where they faced the Windsor Lancers. It was a night to remember, as Laurier secured a stunning 2-1 victory after being down 1-0 at halftime. In the 55th minute, Jada Johnson emerged as a key…
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Golden Hawks soccer host Senior Day for their last match on home soil
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The Laurier women’s and men’s soccer teams hosted the Western Mustangs in their final game at home. The women’s team celebrated ten senior athletes who prepared to play one last time at Alumni Field. The Laurier Golden Hawks battled in a physical match against the Mustangs, led by their fifth year Captain, Lila Nakano. Nakano…
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Golden Hawks Fall to McMaster After Hard Fought Battle at Alumni Field
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The Laurier Golden Hawks’ men’s soccer team faced a challenging weekend as they battled with the McMaster Marauders in back-to-back games, ultimately falling short with identical 1-0 scores. The Golden Hawks started the game strong, setting the tone with a corner kick and two shots in the first six minutes of the match. Laurier pushed…
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Canada’s Women’s National Soccer Team books ticket to Paris 2024
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The Canadian Women’s National Soccer team has officially qualified to defend their Olympic gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The reigning Olympic champions and 10th ranked team won their CONCACAF Olympic qualifying match against the 37th ranked Jamaica side 4-1 on aggregate, securing their spot in Paris 2024. After a difficult 2023 season,…
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