Canada’s women’s soccer team looking to build in return to home soil: coach

Canada's women's soccer team is eager to return to home soil and build on the momentum generated by the men's team during their recent World Cup victory. Head coach Casey Stoney has not yet assembled her ideal lineup due to injuries and scheduling constraints, but she is optimistic about the team's progress. The team last played at home in June 2025, defeating Costa Rica 4-1 in Toronto.

Stoney emphasizes the importance of playing in front of home audiences and connecting with new supporters inspired by the men's team's World Cup performance. The upcoming months will be critical for the Canadians as they look to secure spots in the CONCACAF W Championship, a qualifier for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The team's first home match will be against Denmark on Oct. 9 in Montreal, followed by another game in Toronto on Oct. 12.

Stoney has intentionally created challenging situations for the team to prepare them for tough competition. Despite recent losses to high-profile teams like the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Japan, she remains focused on the team's growth and future success.