Calgarians in Qatar ride a wave of optimism before Canada's first World Cup game yyc
Prior to this year’s tournament, Canada hadn’t qualified for the final phase since 1986 — exiting after playing three games without scoring a goal. This year’s team is headlined by talented young players, including Alphonso Davies, Johnathan David, Tajon Buchanan andGervais said when he was in a British airport en route to Qatar, he had to explain to people that Canadians were attending with a team to cheer for.Had to explain to many that we’re in it.
Calgarian Craig MacTavish, a member of the Voyageurs, arrived in Qatar on Tuesday. He said he is optimistic that underdog Canada will get a positive result Wednesday against Belgium, which ranked No. 2 in the world ahead of the tournament. The Calgary Cavalry will host a watch party at the Ship and Anchor Pub, where the Voyageurs are also scheduled to be watching. The Deerfoot Inn and Casino is also scheduled to host a viewing party.Article content
Mason Trafford, Calgary Cavalry FC player and former member of the national team, said he was proud to see Canada in the World Cup, calling the appearance massive. Former Cavalry member Joel Waterman has been named to the World Cup squad just a few years after the Canadian Premier league launched.
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