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News of the day: How Toronto aced the FIFA World Cup assignment
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Toronto Sun
· Jul 1, 2026
SIMMONS: Bobrovsky, Kawhi are gambles worth taking for Leafs, Raptors
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· Jun 25, 2026
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Now Magazine
· Jul 7, 2026
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival isn’t over yet. Here’s what’s happening until July 19
What to know Toronto might have completed its FIFA World Cup hosting duties, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. Soccer fans can catch... The post Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival isn’t over yet. Here’s what’s happening until July 19 appeared first on NOW Toronto.
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· Jun 24, 2026
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Related coverage for "News of the day: How Toronto aced the FIFA World Cup assignment": Toronto Sun — SIMMONS: Bobrovsky, Kawhi are gambles worth taking for Leafs, Raptors. CNET — Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 25, #640. Now Magazine — Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival isn’t over yet. Here’s what’s happening until July 19. The Guardian — World Cup schedule today: How to watch Scotland v Brazil, TV channels & live stream Wednesday 24 June