Detail of the adidas FIFA World Cup 2026 match ball before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Canada and Qatar at BC Place Vancouver on June 18, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. (Photo by Fran Santiago / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
DOHA: Qatar face a crucial Group B showdown against Canada as both sides seek their first victory of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Al Annabi opened their campaign with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Switzerland, while Canada were also held to a 1-1 draw by Bosnia and Herzegovina, leaving all qualification scenarios firmly in play heading into the second round of matches.
The stakes increased after Switzerland edged Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 to move to the top of Group B with four points from two matches.
A victory for Qatar would lift Julen Lopetegui's side to four points and draw them level with the Swiss ahead of the final group-stage fixtures, while defeat would leave the Asian champions facing a difficult task in their bid to reach the knockout rounds.
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29' Goal!
Canada 2 -0
Jonathan DAVID scores!!
A volley from the Canada striker, who watched the ball all the way on to his boot before rifling an effort which had too much power for Abunada.21'Derek CORNELIUS (Canada) attempts an effort on goal.
16'Goal!
Canada1-0 Qatar
David had lashed a shot at goal which Abunada did well to parry, but Larin was on the rebound in a flash.
9' YELLOW CARD!
Derek CORNELIUS (Canada)
7' Jonathan DAVID (Canada) attempts an effort on goal.
Big moment! David's volley is powerful and sweetly-struck, but Abunada makes a superb save
1' EDMILSON JUNIOR (Qatar) attempts an effort on goal.
Chance already for Qatar! Edmilson attempts a volley at the far post but gets his connection all wrong and it goes wide.
