Canada vs Qatar prediction as hosts look to build on opening World Cup draw

Cyle Larin of Canada celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium — Canada have never won a game at a World Cup tournament before. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Canada have a great chance to claim their first ever World Cup victory as they prepare to face Qatar in their second group match.

The co-hosts drew their opening game 1-1 against Bosnia and Herzegovina, so there's no guarantee that they will take all three points in their second fixture.

However, with home advantage once again on their side, there's every chance they can finally taste victory in a World Cup match.

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Canada vs Qatar odds from BOYLE SPORTS

Canada WIN - 2/7
Draw - 4/1
Qatar WIN - 9/1

Canada vs Qatar predictions

Qatar pulled off a big shock when they scored a late equaliser against group favourites Switzerland.

However, further heroics could well be beyond them, particularly in Vancouver where their fans are going to be heavily outnumbered by the Canadians.

The hosts' star player Alphonso Davies is back in the squad too, although only on the bench, but he may well not be needed with Canada likely to be strong enough to beat their opponents comfortably.

The bookies have made Canada firm favourites for this tie and it's very hard to disagree with them.

All signs point to Jesse Marsch's men finally breaking their duck and picking up their first World Cup win.

Score prediction: Canada 3-0 Qatar

Qatar players pose for a team photograph after the 1-1 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Qatar and Switzerland at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on June 13, 2026 — Qatar pulled off a shock when they drew 1-1 with Switzerland (Image credit: Getty Images)

How to watch Canada vs Qatar

You can watch Canada vs Qatar in Group B of World Cup 2026 for free. All the information you need is in our how to watch guide.

The match will be broadcast live on ITV in the UK, FOX in the United States and SBS in Australia.

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Ryan Gray is a freelance writer, covering mainly travel and occasionally sport. He previously spent two years as Sports Editor at the Watford Observer before turning his hand to travel writing, with his work appearing in various national UK publications. He has gone from providing matchday commentary for Blyth Spartans to covering FA Cup and Euros finals, as well as interviewing the likes of Claudio Ranieri, Alan Shearer and Glenn Hoddle, among other big names.