Category: Canadian Sports

27

Feb

2023

Do Canadians call it football or soccer?

The article "Do Canadians call it football or soccer?" examines the history of the name of the sport in Canada. It explains that the sport was originally called "football", and that the name "soccer" was adopted in the late 19th century. The article goes on to explain that the sport has been called both "football" and "soccer" in Canada, and that the name used depends on where in the country the sport is being discussed. It also notes that while the official name of the sport is "soccer", most people in Canada still refer to it as "football". Finally, the article concludes that it is likely that both names will continue to be used in Canada, as the sport continues to evolve and gain popularity.