Fearless. Tenacious. Ferocious. Canada, playing its first men's World Cup match in 36 years, pushed Belgium to the brink. The only thing missing was the finish. Despite creating more shots, more chances, and earning rave reviews for a relentless performance, Canada fell 1-0 in its Group F opener. But the final score doesn't tell the whole story. Not by a long shot. Canada deserved better. Episode 6 dissects the gut-wrenching defeat from every angle, breaking down the tactics, standout individual performances, and puzzling officiating. John Herdman knew his team belonged at the top table of men's soccer upon arriving in Qatar. Now the entire world knows.

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Hosts: Gianluca Nesci, Michael Chandler and Anthony Lopopolo