Canada
Canada enter Group B as a CONCACAF representative with clear qualification ambitions. With 2 World Cup appearance(s) and a current FIFA ranking of #29, they are expected to challenge for a top-two finish.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group B includes Canada, Qatar, Switzerland, and UEFA Play-off A. This page covers the full Group B schedule, standings, teams, fixtures, and qualification picture in one place.
Group B Schedule
View All Matches →Below is the full 2026 FIFA World Cup Group B fixture list, including match dates, kickoff times, opponents, and venues.
June 12 • 19:00 UTC
Group B
Canada0 - 0
UEFA Play-off A
June 13 • 19:00 UTC
Group B
Qatar0 - 0
Switzerland
June 18 • 19:00 UTC
Group B
Switzerland0 - 0
UEFA Play-off A
June 18 • 22:00 UTC
Group B
Canada0 - 0
Qatar
June 24 • 19:00 UTC
Group B
Switzerland0 - 0
Canada
June 24 • 19:00 UTC
Group B
UEFA Play-off A
0 - 0
QatarGroup B Standings
View All Standings →This Group B standings table tracks matches played, wins, draws, losses, goal difference, and points. It helps fans follow the qualification race as the group stage develops.
Group B
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Qatar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Switzerland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | UEFA Play-off A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group B Teams
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Qatar enter Group B as an AFC representative with clear qualification ambitions. With 2 World Cup appearance(s) and a current FIFA ranking of #56, they are expected to challenge for a top-two finish.
Switzerland
Switzerland enter Group B as a UEFA representative with clear qualification ambitions. With 12 World Cup appearance(s) and a current FIFA ranking of #18, they are expected to challenge for a top-two finish.
UEFA Play-off A
UEFA Play-off A will be confirmed after the remaining qualification path is completed. The final team in this slot could have a major impact on the Group B qualification race.
Frequently Asked Questions
Group B includes Canada, Qatar, Switzerland, and UEFA Play-off A. The final playoff team will be confirmed after the remaining qualification path is completed.
The top two teams in the group qualify directly for the Round of 32. Third-place teams are also compared across groups, and some advance as best third-placed teams.
Yes. In the 48-team format, eight of the twelve third-placed teams move on to the Round of 32 based on official ranking criteria.
All Group B fixtures are shown in the Schedule section above, including date, kickoff time, and venue link for each match.