Canada - Qatar / 2026 FIFA World Cup

Follow the LIVE broadcast of the Canada vs. Qatar match in Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on ŠPORT.sk! The match, which can also be watched live on JOJ play, kicks off at 00:00 CET.

The math in Group B after the opening matchday is clear – all four participants have a single point. However, while the Canadian camp was left disappointed after their first outing, lamenting missed opportunities for a full three points, Qatar's representatives celebrated a snatched point in the dying moments as a victory. The upcoming clash between these two contrasting footballing worlds promises a dramatic strategic battle, with the "Maple Leafs" holding the paper advantage. Yet, if the Asian underdog demonstrates its bulldog spirit, bettors could once again profit from an upset.

The story of Qatar's miraculous point began in their match against Switzerland, where the Asian side completely shocked the footballing world. It was, in fact, the underdog who created the first serious goal-scoring opportunity. From that moment on, however, the favored "Helvetians" firmly took control. Switzerland displayed overwhelming offensive dominance, perfectly reflected in the official statistics – they outshot their opponents 26:6 and dominated corner kicks 10:3. Their relentless pressure paid off in the 17th minute when Breel Embolo calmly converted a penalty kick.

The Europeans then squandered a series of golden opportunities that practically begged for a second goal, a failure they cruelly paid for in the very end. It was already the 94th minute when the Qataris launched a rare, desperate counter-attack. A cross into the penalty area found the uncompromising center-back Boualem Khoukhi, whose header slipped past the goal line. The goal was ultimately officially credited to Jason Meheim as an own goal due to an unfortunate deflection in a defensive challenge, but Qatar's euphoria over the 1-1 draw was complete.

Canada experienced a completely different match with the same outcome, battling Bosnia and Herzegovina in front of their home crowd. From the opening whistle, both sides played active football, but a cold shower for the hosts came in the 21st minute. The Balkan team perfectly capitalized on a corner kick, with Milan Lukić rising highest to head home and give the visitors the lead. The Canadians immediately shifted into a higher gear, establishing overwhelming territorial dominance. However, their shots lacked precision – efforts flew over the bar, straight at the goalkeeper, or rattled the woodwork.

After the break, Bosnia could have sealed the match from a rare breakaway but missed woefully. The home pressure intensified, as evidenced by the final corner kick ratio of 9:4 against the Europeans. The long-awaited reward for their persistence arrived in the 78th minute. Cyle Larin coolly controlled the ball inside the penalty area and unleashed an unstoppable shot to level the score at 1-1, although in a wild finish, both teams could have snatched all three points.

Ahead of their direct encounter, the favorite's role is clearly assigned to the North American squad. If the Canadian national team can avoid unnecessary errors in defense, build on their dominant performance from the first round, and, crucially, improve their finishing, their first three points should be within reach. However, Qatar already sent a clear warning against Switzerland that even the slightest misstep from their opponent is enough for them to capitalize on a microscopic chance.