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Group Stage - 2
Canada logoCanada
FT
6 - 0
HT: 3–0
Qatar logoQatar

18 Jun 2026, 22:00

BC Place, Vancouver

Cristian Garay, Chile

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home logoCanada
9’D. Cornelius
16’C. Larin
29’J. David
45’J. David
46’D. Cornelius
57’I. Kone
64’N. Saliba
71’L. De Fougerolles
71’A. Ahmed
75’M. Al Mannai
83’T. Buchanan
90’J. David
Qataraway logo
H. Al Amin33’
Y. Abdurisag40’
Edmilson Junior46’
J. Gaber46’
A. O. Madibo53’
A. Afif59’
A. Fathi62’
A. Fathi87’

AI Post-Match Analysis

Match Rating
8.7/10
Man of the Match
Jonathan David
Key Moments
116' C. Larin's opening goal, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by Qatar to break the deadlock early.
233' H. Al Amin's red card, which left Qatar with 10 men and disrupted their already fragile defensive structure.
364' N. Saliba's goal, extending Canada's lead after a sustained period of pressure and showcasing their depth in attack.
475' M. Al Mannai's own goal, a critical mistake that further demoralized Qatar and increased Canada's advantage.
590+2' J. David's fifth goal, sealing the result as Canada continued to dominate possession and create chances.
Tactical Insights
Canada's high-pressing strategy and rapid transitions effectively neutralized Qatar's limited attacking options, leading to a 10-0 differential in shots on target.
Qatar's defensive disorganization, exacerbated by the early red cards, left them vulnerable to counterattacks and unable to mount any meaningful threat.
Canada's ability to maintain possession (79%) and dictate the tempo of the game highlighted their superior fitness and tactical preparation compared to Qatar.
Canada delivered a dominant performance against Qatar in the World Cup, showcasing overwhelming control from the outset. The match was characterized by Canada's suffocating possession (79%) and relentless attacking intent, which led to an early three-goal lead by halftime. Jonathan David was instrumental, scoring twice in the first half and adding a fifth goal late in the game, while Cyle Larin and Nicolas Saliba also found the net. Qatar's inability to cope with Canada's pressure was evident, as they managed only two shots on target and conceded five goals in the second half. Defensive errors, including a costly own goal by M. Al Mannai, further compounded Qatar's struggles. Canada's tactical discipline, particularly in maintaining high pressing and quick transitions, overwhelmed Qatar's disjointed defense, which was further weakened by two red cards. The result highlights Canada's clinical finishing and Qatar's complete lack of cohesion in both attack and defense.