Group B World Cup 2026 Match Schedule & Standings
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What to Watch in Group B
Canada arrive as co-hosts on their own soil for the first time, with Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David headlining a generation that has grown up entirely under the modern Canadian program. Switzerland are the most experienced side and the heavy favourite to top the group, though their 2022 last-16 exit to Portugal showed the limits of their build-up style. Bosnia and Herzegovina return to the World Cup after missing 2018 and 2022. Edin DΕΎeko's national-team legacy hangs over a younger generation expected to take over. Qatar test their post-2022 sustainability project, having qualified through Asian playoff routes rather than another host pass. The Bosnia vs Switzerland match will likely decide top spot, with Canada's home advantage as the swing factor in the second matchday.
Group B Standings
Top 2 advance to Round of 32
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | π§π¦ Bosnia and HerzegovinaBIH | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | π¨π¦ CanadaCAN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | πΆπ¦ QatarQAT | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | π¨π SwitzerlandSUI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Team Profiles
FIFA rankings & World Cup history
Group B Matches
3 matchdays Β· 6 matches
Matchday 1
Jun 12Matchday 2
Jun 18Matchday 3
Jun 24Where to Watch Live
16 world-class venues Β· 3 countries
USA
11 cities
Canada
2 cities
Mexico
3 cities
Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Boston
Gillette Stadium
Dallas
AT&T Stadium
Houston
NRG Stadium
Kansas City
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Los Angeles
SoFi Stadium
Specific venue assignments for Group B will be confirmed by FIFA.
Group Predictions
Based on FIFA rankings, historical performance, and live group standings as matches unfold.
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Key Matchup
Most competitive matchup by FIFA ranking
Group Facts
Group B: A Dense UEFA-Africa Mix
Group B is the kind of section that quietly produces one of the surprise stories of the tournament. Netherlands and Denmark are both top-15 UEFA sides who can play either side of physical or expansive, and Senegal arrived in 2026 as Africa Cup of Nations champions with the depth to match. Ecuador round out the group with the youngest squad of the four.
The point spread on betting markets between these four is unusually tight, and that is the giveaway. None of them are favourites, but none are easy outs either. The Netherlands lift the section's profile with their World Cup pedigree (three-time runners-up), while Denmark's tournament habit of grinding deep into knockouts means Senegal and Ecuador will need to be sharp from matchday one.
Six fixtures, three confederations, and very little daylight between any of them. Track the live standings here, follow the full schedule, or compare with the heavyweight draw of Group F, the section everyone is calling the Group of Death.
Follow the Journey to the Final
See how Group B teams progress through the knockout stages. Explore the full tournament bracket and match schedule.
Group B Match Schedule FAQs
When does the Group B World Cup 2026 Match Schedule begin?
Group B matches kick off during the first week of the tournament. The exact dates run from June 11 to June 26, 2026. Teams play three matches each before the knockout stage begins.
Which teams are in Group B for the 2026 tournament?
Group B features Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, and Switzerland. This group brings together teams from 3 different confederations, making for a competitive matchday lineup at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many teams advance from Group B to the knockout stage?
The top two teams with the most points at the end of the group stage automatically advance to the Round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across all 12 groups also qualify. Tiebreakers like goal difference will decide teams tied on points.
Where will Group B matches be played?
Matches will be played across the 16 official host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Stadium assignments for each Group B fixture are published on the official FIFA schedule once the tournament draw is finalised.
How can I buy tickets for Group B matches?
Tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are sold exclusively through the official FIFA ticketing platform. Sales open in phases throughout 2025 and 2026. Sign up early on FIFA.com to be notified when each Group B fixture goes on sale.