Group B

SwitzerlandPredicted to qualify79%

Ranked 17th, experienced tournament side, Yakin has built a solid well-organised team. Consistent performers at major tournaments.

CanadaPredicted to qualify72%

Co-hosts, home crowd advantage in Toronto, young exciting squad under Marsch. Alphonso Davies racing to be fit but Canada have quality throughout.

Qatar35%

Better than their 2022 showing suggests. Lopetegui has had time to organise them. Will compete but faces tough opponents.

Bosnia and Herzegovina24%

Edin Dzeko leads an experienced squad. Capable of upsetting anyone on their day but the group is tough.

Who is in World Cup 2026 Group B?

Group B contains Switzerland, Canada, Qatar and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Canada are co-hosts and play their first group game on June 12 at BMO Field in Toronto.

Will Canada qualify from Group B at World Cup 2026?

Canada are strong favourites to qualify from Group B. As co-hosts with a young exciting squad and home crowd advantage in Toronto, they have a genuine shot at topping the group alongside Switzerland.

Who will win World Cup 2026 Group B?

Switzerland are predicted to win Group B with 79% qualification odds. Canada are expected to join them in the Round of 32 with 72% odds, taking second place thanks to their home advantage.

Is Qatar in World Cup 2026?

Yes, Qatar qualified for World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group B. Under Julen Lopetegui they are expected to be more competitive than in 2022, when they became the first host nation to be eliminated in the group stage.