Group Stage · Group B

Canada vs Qatar

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · 22:00 UTC · BC Place, Vancouver

CAN

Canada

Les Rouges
FIFA Ranking#40
CoachJesse Marsch
Key PlayerAlphonso Davies
WC Appearances3
Best FinishGroup Stage (2022)
ExpectationsDark Horse

Co-hosts Canada have Alphonso Davies and a rapidly improving squad. The home crowd in Toronto and Vancouver could be a massive factor in how far they go.

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QAT

Qatar

The Maroons
FIFA Ranking#58
CoachMarquez Lopez
Key PlayerAkram Afif
WC Appearances2
Best FinishGroup Stage (2022)
ExpectationsUnderdog

The 2022 hosts return as a participant rather than organizer. Qatar have invested heavily in their national team and Akram Afif — AFC Player of the Year — is genuinely world-class.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

CanadaFIFA RankingQatar
#40 - #58
CanadaWC AppearancesQatar
3 - 2

Group B Context

Les Rouges have a manageable draw but Bosnia bring Balkan grit and tournament experience.

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Venue

BC Place

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada · Capacity: 54,500

Vancouver's iconic domed stadium features the world's largest cable-supported retractable roof. Stunning mountain and city views from the open roof.

Stadium guide →

Fan Guide: Vancouver

Top Spots

The Lamplighter · Pub

Whitecaps supporters bar, live music venue

Yaletown Brewing Company · Brewery

Local craft beer near the stadium

The Alibi Room · Pub

50+ local craft beers on tap

Tojo's · Restaurant

Legendary sushi, invented the BC Roll

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