This is when things get fun. The 2026 World Cup has already featured plenty of drama, memorable moments and results, but the last set of group-stage matches with simultaneous kickoffs is one of the best things in the sport.Some teams will be desperate to get a result (some won’t) and will also have an eye on the scoreboard in some circumstances. Things can change quickly. It’s beautiful chaos.Even with the expanded 48-team field, where eight of 12 third-place teams will advance to the knockout stage, Wednesday’s six matches should provide plenty of excitement as teams jockey for position.Here’s a look at what is at stake for each of the 12 teams. If you’re placing bets or in a pick ’em pool, this is your guide on how the teams are likely to play given the scenarios they face. Advancement percentages are from The Athletic’s World Cup predictor.Group BSwitzerland vs. CanadaStandings: Canada (4 points, 1st), Switzerland (4 points, 2nd)Time: 3 p.m. ETTV: Fox (English), Telemundo (Spanish)Venue: BC Place, VancouverCanada scenarios: Wins the group with a win or draw, almost certainly advances with a loss (>99%)Switzerland scenarios: Wins the group with a win, advances with a draw, almost certainly advances with a loss (>99%)This game all depends on Switzerland’s motivation to win the group. If the Swiss are content with second place and a draw, this match could be incredibly dull. Both teams advance with a draw, with Canada winning the group.Canada is motivated to win the group, so the first two knockout rounds in its bracket would be in Vancouver. Jesse Marsch’s team has plenty to play for, but, again, a draw is enough.If the Swiss take a lead, this game will be wide open. Otherwise, this could be a low-scoring match. Under 2.5 goals is favored, and this is viewed as the most likely draw of the day at just over 2-to-1.Bosnia-Herzegovina vs. QatarStandings: Bosnia-Herzegovina (1 point, 3rd), Qatar (1 point, 4th)Time: 3 p.m. ETTV: FS1 (English), Telemundo (Spanish)Venue: Lumen Field, SeattleBosnia-Herzegovina scenarios: Almost certainly advances with a win (>99%), almost certainly eliminated with a draw (1%), eliminated with a lossQatar scenarios: Almost certainly advances with a win (>99%), almost certainly eliminated with a draw (<1%), eliminated with a lossThe counterbalance to Canada-Switzerland is this match where both teams pretty much need to win to advance. The good news is a win gives either four points, which is expected to be plenty among third-place teams.