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Pat Onstad ecstatic for Canada's World Cup journey to Houston
By Nick Mantas at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has already given us so many heart-warming moments and heart-stopping games that we’ll need months to review and comprehend fully. For Houston Dynamo President of Soccer and General Manager Pat Onstad, this week has been a full-circle reunion with the Canadian men’s soccer...
Key takeaway Onstad, a Vancouver, British Columbia native, was Canada’s goalkeeper for 22 years and couldn’t be happier to see them playing in his home away from home.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
Pat Onstad's enthusiasm for Canada's World Cup journey is a boon for Houston's soccer community, which has been growing in recent years. The fact that the Canadian men's national team is practicing at the Dynamo's facility ahead of their crucial game against Morocco brings international attention to the city's soccer infrastructure. As a former Canadian goalkeeper and current Houston Dynamo executive, Onstad's connection to both the team and the city makes him a unique ambassador for the sport in Houston. His prediction of a Canadian win could galvanize local support for the team, potentially drawing more fans to the game and fostering a sense of excitement around the city's soccer scene. With the World Cup bringing global attention to Houston, Onstad's role in promoting the sport and the city's facilities will be worth watching in the coming weeks.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? The FIFA World Cup 2026 has already given us so many heart-warming moments and heart-stopping games that we’ll need months to review and comprehend fully. For Houston Dynamo President of Soccer and General Manager Pat Onstad, this week has been a full-circle reunion with the Canadian men’s soccer...
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