Group B produced drama, red cards, goals, and history as Switzerland and Canada secured emphatic victories at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Switzerland struck late to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1, while Canada overwhelmed nine-man Qatar 6-0, recording the nation’s first-ever FIFA World Cup victory in the process.
Matchday Results
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Canada vs Qatar | Canada 6-0 Qatar |
Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Key Match Moments
With a powerful back volley, Johan Manzambi opened the scoreline for Switzerland in the 74th minute.
Due to a DOGSO offence (Denying an Obvious Goal-Scoring Opportunity), as Tarik Muharemovic’s rush tackle fouled Breel Embolo just outside the box, the Bosnian footballer received a direct red card in the 80th minute.
Four minutes later, after Embolo delivered a brilliant pass inside the box to an unmarked Rubén Vargas, the Swiss footballer scored the second goal for the team successfully.
In the 90th minute, Switzerland forwards had the fast approach, as Vargas delivered a perfect cutback to Manzambi, who scored his second goal of the match from a close-range shot, as Switzerland took a 3-0 lead.
A corner resulted in a consolation goal for Bosnia, as Ermin Mahmic smashed a volley to open the scoreline for Bosnia in the third minute of the second half stoppage time.
Despite that goal, Switzerland finished with a three-goal winning margin, after Granit Xhaka scored from a penalty in the final moment of the match.
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Group B): Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Official Match Stats
Switzerland Goals Timeline
| Minute | Scorer |
| 74′ | Johan Manzambi |
| 84′ | Rubén Vargas |
| 90′ | Johan Manzambi |
| 90’+7′ | Granit Xhaka (Penalty) |
Bosnia and Herzegovina Goal
| Minute | Scorer |
| 90+3′ | Ermin Mahmic |
Red Card
| Minute | Player | Reason |
| 80′ | Tarik Muharemovic | DOGSO |
Canada 6-0 Qatar
Key Match Moments
After Jonathan David smashed a volley that the Qatar goalkeeper blocked but couldn’t hold, Cyle Larin successfully grabbed that opportunity to net that ball and scored 1-0 for the co-hosts Canada in the 16th minute.
In the 29th minute, David produced another volley from inside the box to score the second goal for Canada, as the scoreline read 2-0.
For a DOGSO offence (Denying an Obvious Goal-Scoring Opportunity), as Homam Ahmed brought down Tajon Buchanan just outside the box, the Qatari footballer received a red card in the 33rd minute.
Although he was initially given a yellow card, with a penalty for Canada, it was later changed to a red card and a free-kick.
In the stoppage time of the first half, David scored his second goal of the match, as Canada took a 3-0 lead.
For an aggressive challenge to Ismaël Koné, Assim Madibo received a red card in the 53rd minute, as Qatar went down to 9 men. Koné received a massive injury, suffered a fractured fibula.
In the 64th minute, Nathan Saliba scored Canada’s fourth goal, as the Qatar goalkeeper failed to save the direct free-kick.
In the 75th minute, Qatari Mohamed Manai had an own goal while going for a clearance, as Canada marked a 5-0 lead.
In the second minute of the second half stoppage time, David completed his hat-trick with a successful close-range shot.
While Canada are the co-hosts of the tournament, they have recorded their first win in their FIFA World Cup history.
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Group B): Canada vs Qatar Official Match Stats
Canada Goals Timeline
| Minute | Scorer |
| 16′ | Cyle Larin |
| 29′ | Jonathan David |
| 45’+3′ | Jonathan David |
| 64′ | Nathan Saliba |
| 75′ | Mohamed Manai (Own Goal) |
| 90+2′ | Jonathan David |
Red Cards
| Minute | Player | Reason |
| 33′ | Homam Ahmed | DOGSO |
| 53′ | Assim Madibo | Aggressive challenge |
FIFA World Cup 2026: Group B Complete Schedule
Matchday Summary
Switzerland struck late to secure a commanding 4-1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, with Johan Manzambi scoring twice and Granit Xhaka adding a late penalty.
Meanwhile, Canada produced one of the most dominant performances of the tournament so far, defeating Qatar 6-0. Jonathan David starred with a hat-trick, while Qatar finished the match with only nine players following two red cards.