Canada vs Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick-off Time and Starting XI

Canada and Qatar will face off in the upcoming FIFA World Cup clash at the iconic BC Place Vancouver. The match is scheduled to begin at 3 AM PKT, June 19.

Canada will be looking for their first-ever World Cup win on Thursday, and playing at home against Qatar gives them a real opportunity.

In their opening game, the Canucks earned a point after Cyle Larin’s deflected shot helped them draw 1–1 with Bosnia & Herzegovina, keeping Group B tightly balanced.

Qatar also started their campaign with a draw, surprising many by holding Switzerland in Santa Clara last week. The 2022 hosts are now still in the race to reach the knockout stage.

For the upcoming encounter, both teams have revealed their starting XI. Let’s take a look at them below.

Canada Starting XI

Maxime Crépeau, Alistair Johnston, Luc De Fougerolles, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea, Tajon Buchanan, Stephen Eustaquio, Ismaël Koné, Ali Ahmed, Cyle Larin, Jonathan David

Qatar Starting XI

Mahmoud Abunada, Ayoub Al Oui, Pedro Miguel, Boualem Khoukhi, Homam El Amin, Assim Madibo, Jassem Gaber, Issa Laye, Edmílson Junior, Yusuf Abdurisag, Akram Afif