Qatar seeks lifeline as Switzerland faces Canada at 2026 World Cup

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues on Monday with two matches that will decide which teams advance from the pool in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Switzerland and Canada meet at BC Place Stadium at 10 p.m. local time, while Bosnia and Herzegovina face Qatar at Lumen Field. Kickoff is set for 11 p.m. Baghdad time. Qatar enters the final group match without a point after two losses, leaving its World Cup fate dependent on the result. A win would keep alive a slim chance of advancing, while any other outcome would end the team's tournament. Switzerland leads the group on four points and can secure first place with a draw, while Canada, on three points, needs a victory to stay in contention for a round-of-16 spot. The group winner will face the runner-up from another group in the knockout stage. The United States, Mexico, Argentina, Germany, France, Norway and Colombia have already confirmed places in the round of 16. The final Group B standings will be determined after Monday's matches conclude.