FIFA Fan Festival Toronto - Friday, June 19

The 48-team tournament begins Thursday in Mexico City, with co-host Canada set to stage its first men’s World Cup match Friday in Toronto

Restaurants, hotels and major brands are spending on watch parties, fan zones and special menus, but the sales payoff may be uneven and short-lived

The Toronto right-hander became the 11th pitcher to hit the mark, but his first start since April 24 ended in a 7-4 loss to Philadelphia

Head coach Jesse Marsch said Canada’s captain is still working back from a hamstring injury but is expected to play in the tournament

Officials are outlining how fans, residents and businesses should prepare before seven matches at B.C. Place bring major crowds downtown starting June 13

Start: Friday, June 26*. End: 1:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Start: Friday, June 12*. End: 12:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Start: Friday, July 3. End: 12:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m.

Start: Saturday, June 27. End: 2:30 to 10 p.m.

Start: Wednesday, June 24. End: 1:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Start: Tuesday, June 23*. End: 11:30 a.m.to 10:30 p.m.