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World Cup 2026 · Group B · FIFA #30
Canada
- Group
- B
- FIFA Rank
- #30
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group B · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇦 Canada | #30 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇨🇭 Switzerland | #19 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇶🇦 Qatar | #55 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina | #65 | 4 |
Canada's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 19:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Canada vs 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Bosnia and Herzegovina's team page →
Matchday 2 · 22:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Canada vs 🇶🇦 Qatar
Vancouver Stadium (BC Place)
· Vancouver · capacity 54,500 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Qatar's team page →
Matchday 3 · 19:00 UTC
🇨🇭 Switzerland vs 🇨🇦 Canada
Vancouver Stadium (BC Place)
· Vancouver · capacity 54,500 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Switzerland's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 3-4-3 high press
Pivot
Stephen Eustáquio
Attacking focus
Alphonso Davies · Jonathan David
Identity
Marsch high-press identity built around Davies pace and David finishing
Key players
Alphonso Davies
Jonathan David
Stephen Eustáquio
Tajon Buchanan
Canada at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 3 (incl. 2026) | Group stage · 3× champion |
How to watch Canada
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TSN · CBC
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Canada World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Canada play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Canada's tournament begins Jun 12, 2026 against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium, Toronto (19:00 UTC).
Who is Canada's coach at World Cup 2026?
Jesse Marsch.
What group is Canada in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group B with Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is Canada's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#30 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Canada ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
Canada's best finish is Group stage, reached 3 times. They have appeared at 3 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Canada's captain at World Cup 2026?
Alphonso Davies.
Where can I watch Canada's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TSN · CBC in Canada.