Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Group B features Canada, one of the tournament’s three host nations, alongside three opponents of varying international standing. Canada will be playing in a World Cup on home soil for the first time—a historic moment for the North American country, which last participated in a World Cup in 1986 before qualifying for Qatar in 2022. Bosnia and Herzegovina secured its spot through the UEFA playoffs and brings talented European players to the tournament. Switzerland has been a reliable representative of European soccer for years, and Qatar, as the host of the 2022 tournament, is participating in its second consecutive World Cup.
An overview of all the teams in Group B
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Qatar
Switzerland
Favorites and underdogs in Group B
Favorite: Canada
Canada has made tremendous strides in recent years and boasts top international talent in the form of Jonathan David, Alphonso Davies, and others. Hosting the tournament in front of home crowds—from Toronto to Vancouver—gives the team an extra boost.
Challenger: Switzerland
Switzerland is known for its organizational strength and consistency. They have reached the knockout stage multiple times in recent World Cups and European Championships. Based on their past performances, Switzerland is among the teams that can seriously challenge Canada.
Underdogs: Bosnia-Herzegovina & Qatar
Bosnia-Herzegovina has strong individual players and could spring a surprise. Qatar, on the other hand, as a team from one of the weaker confederations, will fight for every point—though they were eliminated from the group stage without a win at the 2022 home tournament.
Prediction: Who will advance?
Canada and Switzerland are the most likely contenders. Bosnia and Herzegovina has an outside shot at second place. Qatar is likely to struggle to advance past the group stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Group B (FAQ)
Which teams are in Group B?
Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, and Switzerland.
Who is the favorite in Group B?
As the host, Canada is considered the favorite, with Switzerland as the strongest challenger.
When does Canada play in the 2026 World Cup?
Canada opens the tournament on June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto.
Where will the Group B matches take place?
In Toronto (BMO Field), Santa Clara (Levi’s Stadium), Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium), Vancouver (BC Place), and Seattle (Lumen Field).
How did Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify?
Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified through the UEFA playoffs.