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An Unforgettable Tournament: TSN Team Members Share Their Most Memorable Moments from FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™
After 102 matches across more than five weeks of world-class soccer, FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ reaches its conclusion this Sunday, July 19, as Spain takes on defending champions Argentina in the Final. With unforgettable moments throughout FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™, members of the TSN team shared some of their favourite memories from the tournament.
“My favourite moment of the FIFA World Cup™ was the singing of the national anthem in Toronto before the first Canada game. To be sitting in our regular broadcast booth in a stadium where I’d been calling games for two decades and witnessing such an historic moment, knowing so many family and friends were also experiencing it in the crowd, was incredible.”
James Duthie, FIFA World Cup™ Host
“When Stephen Eustaquio scored that goal in Los Angeles to make the Round of 16 – seeing the pure joy on Atiba [Hutchinson’s] and Julian [de Guzman’s] faces, who have both given so much to that team and program, and now were there to watch them make history, will forever be one of my favourite moments of my career.”
“The interview with Ismaël [Koné] pictured above blew me away. I had never seen an athlete, in any sport, be so positive so quickly after having his dream crushed. The fact that his first thought after breaking his leg was about his teammates, making sure they were okay, is about as selfless as you can be.”
Lindsay Hamilton, FIFA World Cup™ Host
“This photo was taken after singing our national anthem alongside thousands of Canadians at Jack Poole Plaza. One of the best parts of this job is seeing how sport brings people together. That connection was on full display throughout our month in Vancouver, where we watched strangers become instant friends – celebrating, singing, laughing, and cheering, united by their love of soccer. A memory I’ll carry with me forever.”
Steven Caldwell, FIFA World Cup™ Analyst
“My favourite memory is post-game of the Canada/South Africa match in the astounding Los Angeles Stadium. Luke and I took a picture as we waited on the boys to finish their post–game show. We had just called the game of our lives, and the adrenaline was still coursing through our veins. You can tell by our smiles in this photo!”
Eoin Maher, Senior Producer, TSN
“The Vancouver set at Jack Poole Plaza was a highlight for me. It took a lot of work to get there, but that backdrop and the energy around it became one of the stars of our tournament coverage. Also, this photo of Shawn [Redmond, VP, Bell Media Sports] and I in Toronto before Canada’s opening match. We’ve taken this photo at stadiums across North America – we have pictures at Grey Cups, World Juniors, and much more. We’ve worked together a long time, and this photo is symbolic of the many amazing experiences this job has given us.”
Live coverage of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ continues with France vs. England in the Bronze Final on Saturday, July 18 at 5 p.m. ET on TSN.
The tournament concludes Sunday, July 19 at 3 p.m. ET as Spain takes on Argentina in the Final, on TSN, CTV, and streaming on Crave. Expanded pre-game coverage begins at 12 p.m. ET, which includes the Closing Ceremony at 1:30 p.m. ET, headlined by global superstar Post Malone.
The championship match also features the inaugural FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ Final Halftime Show, co-headlined by Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber, alongside performances from Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, and PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay.
Luke Wileman, FIFA World Cup™ Host
“My favourite moment of the FIFA World Cup™ was the singing of the national anthem in Toronto before the first Canada game. To be sitting in our regular broadcast booth in a stadium where I’d been calling games for two decades and witnessing such an historic moment, knowing so many family and friends were also experiencing it in the crowd, was incredible.”
James Duthie, FIFA World Cup™ Host
“When Stephen Eustaquio scored that goal in Los Angeles to make the Round of 16 – seeing the pure joy on Atiba [Hutchinson’s] and Julian [de Guzman’s] faces, who have both given so much to that team and program, and now were there to watch them make history, will forever be one of my favourite moments of my career.”
“The interview with Ismaël [Koné] pictured above blew me away. I had never seen an athlete, in any sport, be so positive so quickly after having his dream crushed. The fact that his first thought after breaking his leg was about his teammates, making sure they were okay, is about as selfless as you can be.”
Lindsay Hamilton, FIFA World Cup™ Host
“This photo was taken after singing our national anthem alongside thousands of Canadians at Jack Poole Plaza. One of the best parts of this job is seeing how sport brings people together. That connection was on full display throughout our month in Vancouver, where we watched strangers become instant friends – celebrating, singing, laughing, and cheering, united by their love of soccer. A memory I’ll carry with me forever.”
Steven Caldwell, FIFA World Cup™ Analyst
“My favourite memory is post-game of the Canada/South Africa match in the astounding Los Angeles Stadium. Luke and I took a picture as we waited on the boys to finish their post–game show. We had just called the game of our lives, and the adrenaline was still coursing through our veins. You can tell by our smiles in this photo!”
Eoin Maher, Senior Producer, TSN
“The Vancouver set at Jack Poole Plaza was a highlight for me. It took a lot of work to get there, but that backdrop and the energy around it became one of the stars of our tournament coverage. Also, this photo of Shawn [Redmond, VP, Bell Media Sports] and I in Toronto before Canada’s opening match. We’ve taken this photo at stadiums across North America – we have pictures at Grey Cups, World Juniors, and much more. We’ve worked together a long time, and this photo is symbolic of the many amazing experiences this job has given us.”
Live coverage of FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ continues with France vs. England in the Bronze Final on Saturday, July 18 at 5 p.m. ET on TSN.
The tournament concludes Sunday, July 19 at 3 p.m. ET as Spain takes on Argentina in the Final, on TSN, CTV, and streaming on Crave. Expanded pre-game coverage begins at 12 p.m. ET, which includes the Closing Ceremony at 1:30 p.m. ET, headlined by global superstar Post Malone.
The championship match also features the inaugural FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ Final Halftime Show, co-headlined by Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Justin Bieber, alongside performances from Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, and PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay. 
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