Next up for Canada will be a tricky test in the shape of either the Netherlands or Morocco.

But whatever happens now, and regardless of how long Marsch is in charge of the national team, football in the country has arguably changed forever.

"I remember going to Canada games in the 1990s with my father and the Canadian fans were in the minority in their home matches," said fan Harry before Sunday's game.

"It is incredible to see how many fans have come down into the USA to watch us, hopefully that energy can help improve us back home."

Another supporter, Sean, added: "Places like Toronto have always had that much more following for soccer but hopefully it expands now to some of the cities and provinces outside of the major hubs, where typically Canada can be more of a big hockey country."

It won't be easy for Canada to continue their history-making run, with Morocco ranked sixth in the world and the Netherlands seventh.

But belief can carry teams a long way and, given how Canada have surpassed expectations so far, it would be foolish to rule them out of causing an upset.

"In general my goal in this tournament, apart from inspiring our nation, was to make a run [so] that we could get to see one of the giants of the world," Marsch added.

"Given Morocco's last six years they are a modern giant and given the success of the Dutch team for what feels like centuries that is a traditional giant.

"I feel like it is a free hit and we will go after it and do whatever we can to get a win."

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