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Canada Has Its Elbows Up and Arms Wide Open at the World Cup

NYT World Friday 12 June 2026, 20:06 UTC By Vjosa Isai 1 min read
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Facing President Trump’s threats, many Canadians have taken a defensive stance to their neighbor. But now Canada is playing co-host with the United States and Mexico, and welcoming the world.

Facing President Trump’s threats, many Canadians have taken a defensive stance to their neighbor. But now Canada is playing co-host with the United States and Mexico, and welcoming the world.
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