For the first time in their history, Canada walked onto the World Cup stage. Tony Waiters led the squad into the unknown.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 9 | -7 | 3 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 0 |
It was a tournament to forget for Canada, who left without a single victory to their name. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 0 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Canada found the group stage unforgiving, unable to pick up a single victory against their opponents. Their campaign featured a narrow 0-1 loss to France, a 0-2 defeat against Hungary, and a 0-2 defeat against Soviet Union. The World Cup dream ended earlier than hoped, with Canada bowing out in the first round.
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Failed to score a single goal lost all 3 matches.
The tactical mind behind Canada's 1986 campaign. Guided Canada to their first World Cup a English at the helm.
Tony Waiters' team relied on individual flair, but ultimately lacked the cohesion to pose a significant threat. The squad's small size may have limited their options, making it difficult for them to overcome the odds.
