Group B · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇨🇦 Canada at World Cup 2026
Canada enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group B
Confederation
CONCACAF
World Cups
3
Best result
Group stage
Host nation
Yes
Canada group-stage fixtures
Canada plays three group-stage matches in Group B. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Jun 12 | 15:00 ET | 🇨🇦 Canada vs 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina | Group B | BMO Field, Toronto |
| 27 | Jun 18 | 18:00 ET | 🇨🇦 Canada vs 🇶🇦 Qatar | Group B | BC Place, Vancouver |
| 51 | Jun 24 | 15:00 ET | 🇨🇭 Switzerland vs 🇨🇦 Canada | Group B | BC Place, Vancouver |
Group B opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Canada at the 2026 World Cup
Canadá regresa a un Mundial por segunda vez consecutiva tras su histórica clasificación en 2022. Como anfitrión en 2026, junto a USA y México, busca superar la fase de grupos por primera vez en su historia mundialista.
In 2026, Canada faces Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina in the group stage. The top two teams in Group B qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Canada post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Canada qualify from Group B?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group B
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group B with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group B
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Canada in at the 2026 World Cup?
Canada is in Group B with Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
When does Canada play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Canada opens the group stage on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 15:00 ET at bmo.
How can Canada qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group B advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Canada can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Canada appeared in?
Canada has appeared in 3 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
What is Canada's best World Cup result?
Canada's best result is Group stage.
Is Canada a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
Yes — Canada is one of the three co-host nations of the 2026 World Cup. As a host, they received automatic qualification and may play some or all of their matches in front of home support.
How many matches does Canada play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Canada plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group B opponents: Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.