2026 World Cup: Switzerland Tops Group B, Canada Advances; Qatar Eliminated

Switzerland clinched the top position in Group B at the 2026 World Cup, concluding the group stage with an undefeated record after a 2-1 victory over co-hosts Canada. The Swiss team earned seven points from three matches, paving their way to the Round of 32.

In Vancouver's BC Place Stadium, Johan Manzambi was instrumental for Switzerland, setting up Ruben Vargas for the opening goal in the 46th minute and then scoring himself in the 57th. Canada fought back, with Promise David scoring in the 76th minute, but the Swiss defense held firm to secure the win and the group title.

Despite the loss, Canada advanced as the group runner-up with four points, edging out Bosnia-Herzegovina on goal difference. Meanwhile, Bosnia-Herzegovina kept their knockout stage aspirations alive by defeating Qatar 3-1 in Seattle. This victory placed Bosnia third in the group with four points, positioning them well to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.

Qatar's World Cup journey ended with a last-place finish in Group B, accumulating only one point. Their elimination mirrors their performance in the 2022 tournament. Bosnia-Herzegovina's goals came from Kerim Alajbegovic and an own goal by Qatar's Sultan Al Brake, with Hassan Al-Haydos scoring for Qatar before halftime.