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Canada Women’s National Soccer Team to Face Argentina in Vancouver and Vancouver Island
Canada Soccer has announced that its Women’s National Team (CANWNT) will return to home soil for a series of international friendly matches against Argentina in British Columbia in the April FIFA Window
The friendly series will kick off at BC Place in Vancouver on Friday, 4 April at 19:30 PT (22:30 ET). The action will conclude on Tuesday, 8 April at Starlight Stadium in Langford with kick off set for 19:00 PT (22:00 ET).
Tickets for the two matches will go on sale to the public on Saturday 15 March, preceded by a series of advance presale windows.
| “I’m really looking forward to playing in Canada and experiencing the support of our fans. These matches aren’t just friendlies; they’re stepping stones for our future. Each game gives us an opportunity to build on our standards, our style of play, and our growing belief as a team.” - Casey Stoney, Women’s National Team Head Coach |
Canada boasts an unbeaten record against Argentina, having met the South American side on six occasions dating back to 2003. Their most recent encounter took place on 6 October 2022, in Cadiz, Spain, where the Canadians secured a 2-0 victory.
| “I speak for everyone at BC Place when I say we love having Canada Soccer at our stadium. We take great pride in being a venue for such exciting international soccer events, and it’s always an honour to provide a stage where our women’s national team can inspire the next generation of players and fans.” - Chris May, General manager of BC Place. |
Earlier this February, under the leadership of new head coach Casey Stoney, CANWNT clinched the 2025 Pinatar Cup. The team recorded a 1-1 draw against China PR, a 2-0 win over Mexico, and a 7-0 win over Chinese Taipei, finishing top of the table and capturing their first piece of silverware in Stoney’s tenure.
Broadcast Information
Canada’s two matches against Argentina will air live on OneSoccer, available on the fuboTV Canada streaming service platform, as a linear channel on TELUS Optik TV (Ch. 980), as well as online at OneSoccer.ca and through the OneSoccer app. Fans will find extended coverage across Canada Soccer’s digital channels on Instagram, X, Facebook, BlueSky, TikTok, and YouTube featuring the hashtag #CANWNT.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the two matches against Argentina, will be available through advance pre-sale windows starting Wednesday 12 March with the full public on-sale window starting Saturday 15 March through Ticketmaster.ca.
- 12 March at 10:00am – CanadaRED+GOLD Presale
- 12 March at 2:00pm – CanadaRED+WHITE Presale
- 13 March at 10:00am – CanadaRED Presale
- 14 March at 10:00am – Visa Presale
- 15 March at 10:00am – Public On-Sale
*All times shown in pacific standard time (PST).
As the official payment services sponsor of Canada Soccer, Visa is offering cardholders an opportunity to purchase tickets in advance of the public on-sale date. As Canada Soccer’s preferred payment provider, Visa will be the only payment method accepted during the Visa presale.
For additional ticket and pricing information visit canadasoccer.com.
Group Ticket Discount Offer
Group discounts (10+ tickets) are available for the 4 April match in Vancouver. Fans organizing a group of 10+ are eligible to receive discounts of up to 30% off regular priced tickets. Starting Saturday 15 March, group ticket requests can be submitted via the group order form, indicating the price point and quantity of tickets via the official canadasoccer.com ticket page. Following the submission of the online form, group organizers will be contacted to confirm payment details and complete the processing of tickets. Group ticket orders will be processed on a first come, first serve basis so organize your group, club, or team today.
*Note that due to limited capacity group tickets will not be offered for the 8 April match at Starlight Stadium.
Premium Seating Experience
Fans looking to take their Canada Soccer National Team match day to the next level can access premium seating options for the 4 April match at BC Place in the Club Lounge. Featuring some of the best seats in the house plus in-seat service for those times you don’t want to miss a moment of the action. The fully dedicated food and beverage concession provide an elevated offering of alcoholic beverages and international cuisine options.
Voyageurs Canadian Supporters Group
The Voyageurs Canadian Supporters Group have been allocated dedicated sections in the stadiums for both matches. For more information on securing tickets with the Voyageurs Canadian Supporters please visit www.thevoyageurs.com. Please note that persistent standing will be permitted in these sections.
For complete match and ticket information visit the official match ticket pages via canadasoccer.com.
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Toronto Tempo Bringing WNBA Action to Vancouver for Two-Game Series
WNBA basketball is coming to Vancouver this summer as the Toronto Tempo bring two regular-season games to Rogers Arena as part of their inaugural season.
The Tempo will face the Portland Fire on August 21 before taking on the Las Vegas Aces on August 23. The two games will give basketball fans across British Columbia a chance to see Canada’s WNBA team play on the West Coast.
The Vancouver series is part of the Tempo’s push to build a team that represents fans across the country. The franchise has already made its mark in its first season, including a record-setting stop in Montreal.
The Tempo’s regular-season showcase at Montreal’s Bell Centre drew 20,996 fans, setting a new WNBA regular-season attendance record. The Vancouver games continue that effort to bring the team closer to fans outside Toronto.
“From the beginning, our vision has been to build a team that represents all of Canada,” said Teresa Resch, President of the Toronto Tempo. “The support we’ve seen from fans across the country has been incredible, and we’re excited to bring the energy of the WNBA to Vancouver.”
Resch added that the games are a chance to celebrate basketball on the West Coast and connect with communities across the country.
Vancouver has a long history with basketball and has produced elite players at various levels. The Tempo’s visit gives local fans a chance to see professional women’s basketball in their own city, while providing young athletes with another opportunity to see the sport at its highest level.
The Tempo will stay in Vancouver beyond the court. The team will host Tempo Live at Rogers Arena on Saturday, August 22. The free community event will feature interactive basketball activities, clinics, exclusive merchandise and family-friendly programming.
Tickets for the Tempo’s August 21 game against Portland and August 23 matchup with Las Vegas are on sale now through Ticketmaster.
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Toronto Tempo Could Make WNBA Attendance History in Montreal
The Toronto Tempo are on the verge of making WNBA history when they bring their Cross-Canada Series to Montreal next month.
The Tempo will face the Atlanta Dream at the Bell Centre on July 10, with the possibility of setting a new attendance record for a WNBA game. If the game sells out, more than 22,000 fans would fill the arena, surpassing the current WNBA regular-season attendance record of 20,711 set by the Washington Mystics at Capital One Arena in 2024.
A packed Bell Centre would also eclipse the WNBA playoff attendance record of 22,076, which was established during Game 3 of the 2003 WNBA Finals between the Detroit Shock and Los Angeles Sparks before being matched in Game 5 of the 2007 WNBA Finals between the Phoenix Mercury and Detroit Shock. It would mark the largest crowd ever for a professional women’s basketball regular-season game, breaking the previous record of 21,490 set during an Unrivaled game in Philadelphia earlier this year.
The potential milestone comes during the Tempo‘s inaugural WNBA season and would add another chapter to the continued growth of women’s basketball in Canada.
“Playing two games in Montreal this summer is a huge moment for the Tempo and for basketball in Canada,” said Tempo President Teresa Resch. “From the beginning, we’ve said we want to be Canada’s team, and bringing the WNBA to Montreal is an important part of that vision. There is such a strong and passionate basketball community in Quebec, and we’re excited to connect with fans there in a meaningful way. We can’t wait to experience the energy inside the Bell Centre and continue growing the game across the country together.”
The Cross-Canada Series will offer more than basketball. Throughout the weekend, the Tempo will host community events, youth programs and fan experiences aimed at growing the sport across Quebec.
The team is partnering with Ball Her Way and the Mathurin Family Foundation to increase access to basketball for young athletes, including a girls’ 3-on-3 tournament presented by Canadian Tire featuring teams from Montreal and Quebec City. The Tempo say more community investments and programming in the Montreal area will be announced in the coming months.
Fans can take part in Tempo Live at the Bell Centre on July 11. The free event will include interactive basketball activities, community clinics, exclusive merchandise and family-friendly entertainment.
The weekend concludes on July 12, when the Tempo host the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty at the Bell Centre at 3 p.m. ET as part of the Cross-Canada Series.
Tickets for both Montreal games are available through Ticketmaster.