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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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.
