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.