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Through one match for each team, Group B appears up for grabs at the 2026 World Cup.
With draws between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina, then between Switzerland and Qatar, every Group B squad carries just one point into their second match — and now, Canada will have a chance to take hold of those standings, once again in front of its home fans.
After playing in Toronto last week, Team Canada heads to Vancouver on Thursday to take on Qatar, which just claimed its first-ever World Cup point. Captain Alphonso Davies' status has remained in question, but with or without him, Canada will face some pressure to grab a win.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Canada vs. Qatar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow for complete results from the Group B match in Vancouver.
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Canada vs. Qatar score
Location: Vancouver
Referee: Cristian Marcelo Garay Reyes
Starting lineups (predicted):
Canada (4-4-2, right to left): Crepeau (GK) — 2. A. Johnston, 4. L. De Fougerolles, 13. D. Cornelius, 22. R. Laryea — 17. T. Buchanan, 8. I. Kone, 7. S. Eustaquio, 20. A. Ahmed — 10. J. David, 12. T. Oluwaseyi.
Qatar (4-3-3, right to left): 1. Abudada (GK) — 13. Al Oui, 2. Miguel, 16. Khoukhi, 14. Elamin — 5. Gaber, 20. Fathi, 4. Laye — 8. Junior, 15. Abdurisag, 11. Afif.
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Canada vs. Qatar live updates, highlights from 2026 World Cup
Prematch
5 hours to kickoff (1 p.m. ET): Some exceptional news broke last night for Canada fans, as head coach Jesse Marsch announced that difference-maker Alphonso Davies will be available for Les Rouges for their second group match.
It's highly unlikely that he is fit enough to start, but either way, having him available off the bench will be a boon, especially if they are needing a goal across the final half-hour of the match.
Where to watch Canada vs. Qatar in World Cup
Canada vs. Qatar start time
- Date: Thursday, June 18
- Kickoff: 6 p.m. ET
Canada vs. Qatar is set for a 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. local time) kickoff from Vancouver on Thursday, June 18.
It will be the second match of group stage action for both teams.
What channel is Canada vs. Qatar on today?
- TV channel: FS1
- Live stream: Fubo (U.S. only free trial)
Thursday's Canada vs. Qatar match will be broadcast nationally on FS1 in the United States.
Those looking to stream the match can turn toward fubo, which offers a free trial to new users.
Here's a look at how the 6 p.m. ET start time looks in different time zones:
| Time | TV Channel | Streaming | |
| USA | 18:00 ET | FS1, Telemundo | fubo, Peacock |
| Canada | 18:00 ET | TSN 1, RDS (French) | TSN site/app, RDS app |
| UK | 23:00 BST | BBC One | BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website |
| Australia | 08:00 AEST (June 19) | SBS | SBS On Demand |
| India | 03:30 IST (June 19) | Sports 18 | Voot, JioTV |
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Canada World Cup schedule 2026
Here's a look at Canada's Group B schedule:
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Fri, Jun. 12 | 3 p.m. | Canada 1-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina | BMO Field (Toronto, CAN) |
| Thu, Jun. 18 | 6 p.m. | Canada vs. Qatar | BC Place (Vancouver, CAN) |
| Wed, Jun. 24 | 3 p.m. | Switzerland vs. Canada | BC Place (Vancouver, CAN) |
Qatar World Cup schedule 2026
Here's a look at Qatar's Group B schedule:
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Sat, Jun. 13 | 3 p.m. | Qatar 1-1 Switzerland | Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara, CA) |
| Thu, Jun. 18 | 6 p.m. | Canada vs. Qatar | BC Place (Vancouver, CAN) |
| Wed, Jun. 24 | 3 p.m. | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar | Lumen Field (Seattle, WA) |
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