From the loonie to the franc: The coins of Team Canada’s World Cup rivals
June 11, 2026
As Team Canada begins its tournament on home soil, collectors have another way to connect with the action — through the coins and currencies of the nations standing across the pitch.
While many Canadians are searching their pocket change for the Royal Canadian Mint’s new World Cup commemorative loonie, the currencies of Canada’s group-stage opponents offer fascinating stories of history, culture and national identity.
From Canadian Coin News