Team Canada took a commanding 3-0 lead right before the end of the first half of their World Cup match against Qatar. It’s been an amazing showing for forward Jonathan David, as he will go down in the Canadian sports history books for his performance on Thursday.
David, who is 26 years old, recorded two goals in the first half to give Canada a big lead. His second goal came at 45+2′ after getting the rebound off a teammate’s header attempt.
CANADA MAKES IT 3-0 IN THE 1ST HALF
Jonathan David has a brace for the Canadians as they look to win their first-ever FIFA World Cup match
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That second goal is what made history for David. Reports indicate that the Juventus striker is the first Canadian man to score multiple goals in a World Cup match, according to ESPN Insights.
“Jonathan David is making his mark for Canada,” said ESPN Insights. “He is the first Canadian man to record a multi-goal game at the World Cup.”
Canada’s history in the World Cup isn’t great, as 2026 is just the third time the country has reached soccer’s biggest stage (1986, 2022, 2026). If the team can hold on to its lead (4-0 at 65′), it will be Canada’s first-ever win in the World Cup.
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