FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada and Jonathan David set multiple records in historic win over Qatar

Canada achieved a historic milestone in the FIFA World Cup 2026, securing its first-ever World Cup victory with a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar. The Group B match, played at home, saw the Canadian team deliver a record-breaking performance, leaving spectators in awe of their offensive prowess.

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Canada produced a record-breaking performance in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B clash as they thrashed Qatar 6-0 at home, registering their first-ever World Cup victory in dominant fashion.

Striker Jonathan David was the star of the match, netting a sensational hat-trick and etching his name in World Cup history. David became only the second player ever, after the USA's Bert Patenaude in 1930, to score a World Cup hat-trick for a team outside of Europe or South America. He also joined elite company by scoring a hat-trick in the current FIFA World Cup, a feat previously achieved by stars like Lionel Messi.

David's goals came in the 29th minute, first-half stoppage time, and again in the 90th minute, completing a memorable treble. Cyle Larin had opened the scoring for Canada in the 16th minute, setting the tone for the dominant display. Canada's offensive onslaught didn't stop there; they became the first team from outside Europe and South America to score five or more goals in a single World Cup match.

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David became only the second player in history to score a World Cup hat-trick for a non-European or non-South American team, after the USA's Bert Patenaude, who achieved the feat in 1930 against Paraguay.

The hosts' relentless attacking intent was evident throughout the game. Canada recorded an astonishing 97 touches inside Qatar's penalty box, the highest number since data tracking began in 1966. They also registered eight shots on target in the first half alone, matching a record set by Romania against Argentina in 1994. This commanding victory not only marks Canada's maiden win in the tournament but also sets a new benchmark for host nations, surpassing Argentina's 6-0 win over Peru in 1978.

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Canada also achieved another historic feat by becoming the first team from outside Europe and South America to score five or more goals in a FIFA World Cup match.