John Molinaro

FA Cup Preview: Any potential for upsets in semifinal matchups?

John Molinaro

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Joining Sportsnet in 2011 as a member of the Sportsnet.ca editorial team, John Molinaro was quick to establish himself as one of Sportsnet’s leading soccer insiders, providing Canadian soccer fans with breaking news around the world.

Canada shows heart but falls short vs. U.S. in SheBelieves Cup final

Canada showed a lot of heart in going toe-to-toe with the U.S. in Tuesday’s SheBelieves Cup final. But it was the Americans who emerged victorious in the penalty shootout. John Molinaro has three major observations from the game.

UEFA Champions League power rankings: Is Real Madrid unbeatable?

Awujo breathes life into Canada to advance to SheBelieves Cup final

After Canada struggled in the first half, coach Bev Priestman made a bold move: substituting out veteran Janine Beckie for youngster Simi Awujo. The 20-year-old proved to be the breath of life Canada needed.

Canada set to face Messi, other heavyweights after qualifying for Copa America

The Canadian men’s team will line up against World Cup champion Argentina and Lionel Messi this summer in one of the biggest international tournaments after securing a hugely important victory on Saturday.

Canadian men's team looks to get back on track in crucial Copa America qualifier

FA Cup Preview: Man United, Liverpool fight for place in semis

The quarterfinals of the FA Cup, which run this weekend, feature a battle of Premier League heavyweights, plus two lower-division teams that are looking to move one step closer toward booking a spot in the final. John Molinaro previews all the action.

Field of Nightmares: Canada ousted in penalties at Gold Cup on 'unplayable' pitch

The reigning Olympic champions twice showed great resilience to level the score against the United States, unplayable conditions and feeble penalty attempts spelled Canada's semifinal exit at the Gold Cup.

After cruising to semifinals, Canada will now face much stiffer test at W Gold Cup

Concacaf Gold Cup power rankings: Brazil No. 1, despite Canada's run

While Canada has breezed through the tournament thus far, the United States tripped up in a big way, Paraguay left it very late to qualify for the knockout round, and Costa Rica only managed to advance by sheer luck.