A definitive look at the past, present and future of Canadian men's soccer ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

When the FIFA World Cup kicks off in 2026 on North American turf, the entire continent will be watching. While Americans are focused on the USMNT's quest for glory on home soil, a fascinating and dramatic story is unfolding with their northern neighbor. Winning Pitch: Canada's Search for World Cup Success and Beyond is a must-read for any soccer fan who wants to understand the full North American World Cup story.

In Winning Pitch, author and soccer executive Murray Mollard explores Canada's soccer history, from their past FIFA heartbreaks in 1986 and 2022 to the current strategic blueprint being built for 2026. Through exclusive interviews with coaches, executives, and players, readers will discover the lessons learned and the changes being made to ensure Canada's team is ready for the world's biggest stage. Drawing on this research and over five decades in the sport as a player and executive, Mollard aims to get to the heart of what it will take to secure Canada's future in the Beautiful Game.

For any soccer fan, athlete, coach or analyst, Winning Pitch is an unprecedented insider's look at the culture and systems a national team needs to truly succeed.