Alphonso Davies will be available for Canada vs Qatar in Group B. Canada and Qatar each took a point from their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Canada’s game on June 18 at BC Place Vancouver is widely seen as the best opportunity to earn three points.
Jesse Marsch Says Davies Available
Jesse Marsch said Alphonso Davies will be available to play after missing Canada’s first match last week. Davies’ return restores a primary outlet for Canada’s attack and alters how Marsch can pair forwards and wing coverage for the home match.
Cyle Larin Tied In 78th
Canada drew Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-1 in its opener, with Cyle Larin coming off the bench and equalizing in the 78th minute. That 1-1 result left Canada with one point and a narrow margin for error in Group B.
Qatar's Late Equalizer Vs Switzerland
Qatar salvaged a draw against Switzerland with a 94th-minute goal — the third-latest group-stage equalizer in World Cup history. Qatar won a point despite being outshot 26-6 and having only two shots in the entire second half.
Jonathan David is listed at +100 to score in Canada’s second group match against Qatar, a single-mark figure that reflects expectations for Canada’s forward line with Davies available. The match will be televised on FS1 from BC Place Vancouver on June 18, 2026.
Which betting odds and picks will emerge once markets absorb Davies’ availability and both teams’ opening-game details — that is the central question ahead of Canada vs Qatar.
