Battlefords soccer fans set for World Cup watch party

Jun 26, 2026 | 5:04 PM

The Battlefords will be part of Canada’s World Cup excitement this weekend, as fans gather to take in a historic knockout match together.

Battlefords Youth Soccer Inc., Battleford United FC and the City of North Battleford are hosting a watch party Sunday, June 28, at the Don Ross Community Centre as Canada takes on South Africa in the Round of 32. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., with kickoff at 1 p.m.

The director of Battlefords Youth Soccer Inc. said the goal is to bring players, families and fans together to share in the excitement of Canada’s big moment on the world stage.

“We’re looking to gather everyone together for the love of the game and hopefully watch Canada make it through the Round of 32 and into the Round of 16 for the first time ever,” Kat Huxley said.

Canada meets South Africa in Los Angeles on Sunday, with both teams playing in their first-ever men’s World Cup knockout match.

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Huxley said the buzz is already building locally, especially among young players who are tracking jerseys, highlights and World Cup action at the field.

“Everyone’s pretty excited about this and all the awesomeness that it brings for hosting a World Cup in North America,” she said.

She said the watch party will also create a stadium-like atmosphere in North Battleford, bringing generations of soccer players together under one roof.

“It makes everything so much better when you’re in an environment that’s loud and cheering and bringing the vibe that you’re looking for with what it feels like when you’re in an in-person game,” Huxley said.

The event will feature a canteen and donation container, with proceeds going to the family of Callen Parenteau, a 14-year-old member of the club’s U15 boys team who suddenly died recently, to help with funeral costs.

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Huxley is encouraging fans to wear their jerseys, bring their energy, and cheer on Canada.

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Alyssa.rudolph@pattisonmedia.com

by Alyssa Rudolph

Battlefords soccer fans set for World Cup watch party

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