Welcome to The Athletic’s 2026 World Cup tactical group guides, walking you through the key battles on the pitch, the players to look out for, and the fun facts to impress your friends ahead of the tournament.In this article, we will break down Group B, containing Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Switzerland and Qatar.The host nation are looking for their first point at the World Cup on their third participation after 1986 and 2022. Canada’s opponent in their opening match are Bosnia, who want to follow their penalty-shootout victories against Wales and Italy with more surprises in the World Cup.As for Qatar, it’s a chance to redeem the three home defeats in the 2022 edition, while Switzerland’s impressive performances in the 2024 European Championship under Murat Yakin makes them the favorites in Group B.Will Canada’s home advantage ignite the team? How will Bosnia’s young talent perform at the tournament? Can Switzerland go far in this World Cup?The gamesMatchday one
Friday, June 12: Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (3pm ET, 12pm PT, 8pm BST) — BMO Field, Toronto
Saturday, June 13: Qatar vs Switzerland (3pm ET, 12pm PT, 8pm BST) — Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco
Matchday two
Thursday, June 18: Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (3pm ET, 12pm PT, 8pm BST) — SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
