Ottawa, July 4 -- Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney praised the national men's football team following their FIFA World Cup 2026 exit, expressing pride in the side's historic campaign after a 3-0 defeat to Morocco in the Round of 16 at Houston.

Sharing a post on X after the match, Carney hailed the team's achievements despite the loss, acknowledging both the players and the supporters who backed them throughout the tournament.

"Nothing but pride for @CANMNT_Official today. An incredible run and a sign of what's to come. Thank you to our team, the fans, and everyone who made this World Cup showing our best yet," Canada PM wrote.

Canada's campaign came to an end in Houston as Morocco produced a dominant second-half performance to become ...