When an underdog Canada team heroically qualified for the 1986 World Cup, nobody would have predicted it would be 36 years until the country would compete again for the most prestigious trophy in sports. Through three chapters spanning five decades, host Henry Standage explores the rise, fall and eventual triumph of Canada’s men's national team through the lens of some of the most respected voices in the country.

Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

1985–1987

Featuring Sid Seixeiro and Colin Miller. 

A 100 years after the country established itself as an early soccer juggernaut, Canada utilizes gamesmanship to qualify for its first-ever World Cup. Yet, after travelling to Mexico, the cast of underdogs learn that humiliation can come as quickly, and easily, as glory. 

Original score by Connor Tanton.

Audio Credits: ABC, BBC, CBC, CBS, Player's Navy Cut, Sportsnet and TVS.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

1989–2017

Featuring: Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop, Kristian Jack and Sid Seixeiro. 

In the wake of the country's showing at the 1986 World Cup, the next generation of Canadian players perseveres through the backlash. After the 21st century starts with promise, Canada’s men's team soon finds itself in a darker place than ever before — whilst a passionate soccer culture begins to develop behind the scenes. 

Original music score by Connor Tanton.

Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza 

Audio Credits: BBC, CBC, ESPN, ITV, Sky Sports, Sportsnet and TED.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

2018–2022

Featuring: Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop, Kristian Jack, Sid Sexiero, Babtunde Omotoye and Emma Lefebvre. 

After a miserable start to the 2010s, the hire of John Herdman and the rise of a golden generation turn Canada into a fearsome footy nation seemingly overnight. But a closer examination reveals fascinating off-the-field insights into how Canada may have turned its soccer fortunes around. 

As the Canadian team gears up for its first World Cup in 36 years, the country prepares to play host in 2026. 

Original music score by Connor Tanton.

Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza 

Audio Credits: CBS Sports, CityNews, EA Sports, Fox Soccer, One Soccer, OUA Sports, Speakers Spotlight, Sportsnet and Vancouver Whitecaps.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2022 World Cup

Featuring: Sid Seixeiro, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Kristian Jack. 

The reds arrive in Qatar after a dramatic few months of lead-up, while Canadians around the country come to terms with the reality that they will finally be represented on the biggest stage in sports. 

As Canada plays its three group stage matches, making international news for both its on-field performance and off-field antics, the next era of Canadian soccer begins to shape. 

Original music score by Connor Tanton.

Producer, Host & Writer: Henry Standage / Executive Producer: Amil Delic / Sound Designer: Ryan Clarke / Graphic Designer: Kayla Moning & Valdemar Balza / Creative Manager: Benjamin Roza / Senior Director of Original Content: Sam Nasrawi / Director Sports Creative: Hilding Gnanapragasam / Head of Audio Production at Pacific Content: Shawn Cole

Audio Credits: BT, CBC, CityNews, CONCACAF, ESPN, Fox Sports, On The Rise, OneSoccer, Sky Sports, Sportsnet, TheWatfordWay and WNBS.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.