Photos: World Cup crowds fill Vancouver streets; Australia notches 2-0 victory

Fans gathered in Vancouver to celebrate the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marked by Australia's 2-0 victory over Turkey. The coverage includes photo documentation of the atmosphere at B.C. Place and the surrounding fan zones.
Why it matters
The World Cup is a major global cultural and economic event, and this coverage captures the fan experience in the host city.
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The content is primarily a photo gallery and descriptive report of a public event.
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