Canada is gearing up for a historic appearance in the 2024 Copa America, the South American international football championship. This marks a major milestone for Canadian soccer, and fans are buzzing with anticipation.
Here’s everything you need to know about Canada’s involvement, from their group stage details and fixtures to historical performance and where you can watch the games.
What group will Canada be in Copa America 2024?
Canada has been placed in Group A for the Copa America 2024, alongside Argentina, Peru, and Chile. This group promises tough competition, especially with Argentina, the reigning champions and one of the tournament favorites.
2024 Copa America Canada Schedule
Copa America 2024 will kick off on June 20, 2024. Here’s a detailed table of Canada’s matches in the group stage, including the date, time (in Eastern Time), and venue:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Stadium & Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 20 | Argentina vs Canada | 8 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
| June 25 | Peru vs Canada | 6 PM | Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas |
| June 29 | Canada vs Chile | 8 PM | Exploria Stadium, Orlando |
Copa America Canada History, Record & Our Prediction
While Canada has not traditionally been a powerhouse in Copa America, their participation is a significant step for Canadian football, marking its presence on a larger international stage.
Historically, the tournament has been dominated by South American teams with occasional participations from North American sides under special invitations.
For this edition, given the tough group and strong opponents, progressing beyond the group stage would be an admirable achievement for Canada.
Which Channel Will broadcast in Canada?
In Canada, the tournament will be broadcast on TSN and RDS. These channels will cover all the matches live, so fans won’t miss out on any action from their national team.
How many Copa America has Canada won?
Canada has not won any Copa America tournaments. Their participation in 2024 marks one of the rare occasions they compete in this predominantly South American championship.
Copa America 2024 offers a splendid opportunity for Canadian football to test itself against some of the best teams in the Americas.
With tough opponents in their group, it will be interesting to see how Canada performs on this big stage.
Don’t forget to tune into TSN or RDS to watch all the action live from June 20 to July 14, 2024.