BC Place will be the centre of attention when Canada and Qatar lock horns in a crucial World Cup Group B clash. Given the huge gap in quality between the two sides, we predict a 2-0 home win. The Canucks certainly feel they should have had more after dominating Bosnia and Herzegovina in a 1-1 draw. The tournament hosts created numerous clear-cut opportunities and were eventually rescued by substitute Cyle Larin, who is now pushing for a place in the starting XI. Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies is also expected to feature after sitting out the opener, while Marcelo Flores remains sidelined through injury. Canada have been defensively solid of late, conceding only 0.5 goals per game across their last ten matches and keeping clean sheets in 60% of those fixtures.
Qatar, meanwhile, were fortunate to escape with a point against Switzerland. Julen Lopetegui's men were thoroughly outplayed for long spells and scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser despite facing 26 Swiss goal attempts. Qatar's recent form remains a concern, with only one win from their last ten matches and an average of just 0.6 goals scored per game. Adding to their worries, Jassem Gaber and Mahmoud Abunada are both one booking away from suspension. Given the performances in Round 1, Canada look better equipped to take control of this encounter and boost their knockout-stage hopes.
As Canada were the better side against Bosnia and created enough chances to win comfortably, Home Win should be considered this time out, alongside Canada to Win to Nil and Under 3.5 goals (Canada are defensively disciplined, while Qatar generally play in low-scoring matches).
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Thursday 18 June 2026 at 23:00.
What is our Canada vs Qatar prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Canada 2 - 0 Qatar
Canada vs Qatar Betting Tips
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
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View OfferCanada Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lddwwddwdd | 1.50 |
| Home | lddwddwdd | 1.33 |
| Away | w | 3.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 22% | 100% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.40 | 1.33 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 0.78 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 0.50 | 0.56 | 0.00 |
| BTTS | 30% | 33% | 0% |
| Clean Sheets | 60% | 56% | 100% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 44% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.38 | 1.43 | 1.05 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.69 | 0.65 | 0.98 |
Qatar Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwlldlldd | 0.70 |
| Home | lwllldd | 0.71 |
| Away | ddl | 0.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 14% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.00 | 2.43 | 1.00 |
| Scored | 0.60 | 0.71 | 0.33 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.71 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 50% | 57% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 14% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 43% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.12 | 0.97 | 1.47 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.40 | 1.58 | 0.96 |
Canada vs Qatar Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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