The Beautiful Game
Has Always Been Canadian
From Galt FC's 1904 Olympic gold to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil — we trace the journey to preapre the path to 2040.
Explore the Timeline Our Mission
From Galt FC's 1904 Olympic gold to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil — we trace the journey to preapre the path to 2040.
Explore the Timeline Our MissionLatest Updates
We're proud to announce the official launch of Football2040.org — a Canadian initiative dedicated to celebrating the game's history and inspiring the next generation.
March 2026With kick-off weeks away, Canada is set to welcome the world. Football2040 looks at what this historic moment means for the children who will grow up in its wake.
March 2026The full arc of the game in Canada — from the Galt FC miracle to today's professional leagues and national programs.
February 2026The Idea
Every child born when the World Cup opens in Toronto will turn 14 in 2040. Football2040 exists to ensure they inherit a game shaped by history, fuelled by inclusion, and ready for their generation.
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