Final Result
Canada earned its first-ever World Cup win in Vancouver
Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 at BC Place Stadium on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Jonathan David scored a hat trick, Cyle Larin opened the scoring, and Nathan Saliba and Jacob Shaffelburg added second-half goals.
The result helped Canada finish second in Group B. Canada later lost 2-1 to Switzerland but still advanced to the Round of 32.
Scorers
- Canada: Cyle Larin, Jonathan David (3), Nathan Saliba, Jacob Shaffelburg
- Qatar: No goals
Match Details
- Final score: Canada 6-0 Qatar
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026, Group B
- Venue: BC Place Stadium, Vancouver
Team Information
🇨🇦 Canada
- FIFA Ranking: #30 (as of April 2026)
- Confederation: CONCACAF (North America)
- World Cup Appearances: 3 (1986, 2022, 2026)
- Best Result: Group Stage (1986, 2022)
- Star Players: Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David, Cyle Larin
Canada automatically qualified as a host nation for 2026. The team made history in Vancouver by recording its first FIFA World Cup victory with a 6-0 win over Qatar.
🇶🇦 Qatar
- FIFA Ranking: #55 (as of April 2026)
- Confederation: AFC (Asia)
- World Cup Appearances: 2 (2022, 2026)
- Best Result: Group Stage (2022)
- Star Players: Akram Afif, Almoez Ali, Hassan Al-Haydos
Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup and qualified for 2026 through Asia. Their Group B match at BC Place ended in a 6-0 defeat against Canada.
Head-to-Head Record
Canada and Qatar have now met on the World Cup stage in Vancouver:
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Group B: Canada 6-0 Qatar
- 2021 CONCACAF Gold Cup Semi-Final: Canada 0-1 Qatar
Weather in Vancouver - June 18
The match was played at BC Place in mid-June, with Vancouver's retractable-roof stadium providing a comfortable setting for Canada's first World Cup win.
Temperature
Average High: 19°C (66°F)
Average Low: 13°C (55°F)
Conditions
Mostly sunny with low rain chance
What to Wear
Wear your Canada red! Light clothing is fine for this afternoon match.
All Vancouver 2026 Matches at BC Place
BC Place Stadium will host 7 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Here is the complete schedule:
| Date | Match | Teams | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 13 | Match 6 | Australia 2-0 Türkiye | Group D - Final |
| June 18 | Match 27 | Canada 6-0 Qatar | Group B - Final |
| June 21 | Match 40 | New Zealand 1-3 Egypt | Group G - Final |
| June 24 | Match 51 | Switzerland 2-1 Canada | Group B - Final |
| June 26 | Match 64 | New Zealand 1-5 Belgium | Group G - Final |
| July 2 | Match 85 | Switzerland 2-0 Algeria | Round of 32 - Final |
| July 7 | Match 96 | Switzerland 0-0 Colombia (4-3 pens) | Round of 16 - Final |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Canada vs Qatar final score?
Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 in Group B Match 27 at BC Place Stadium.
Who scored for Canada?
Jonathan David scored three goals. Cyle Larin, Nathan Saliba, and Jacob Shaffelburg also scored for Canada.
Why was this result historic?
It was Canada's first-ever win at a FIFA World Cup.
What does the result mean for Canada?
The win helped Canada finish second in Group B and advance to the Round of 32.
What is the World Cup record between Canada and Qatar?
Canada leads the World Cup matchup 1-0 after the 6-0 win in Vancouver.
When does Canada play next in Vancouver?
Canada plays Switzerland at BC Place on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 12:00 Noon PT.