Group B of the 2026 World Cup consists of Canada, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland. The top two advance to the knockouts; the eight best third-placed teams also qualify. Below: each nation's chances and profile.
Second straight World Cup, first as host. Under Jesse Marsch — who as an American understands CONCACAF football far better than his predecessors — Canada have become a completely different team.
Second World Cup appearance ever. With Pjanić (al-Sadd) as the veteran, Krunić and young talent.
Second World Cup appearance (previous as host 2022). Two-time Asian Cup winners (2019, 2024).
With Xhaka, Embolo, Sommer and Akanji, an experienced core. Round of 16 at every major tournament since 2014.
Last updated: 2026-06-07