Canada vs Qatar Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Jun 2026
FIFA World Cup Betting Preview: Canada vs Qatar
Canada and Qatar meet in this FIFA World Cup Group B clash at BC Place Vancouver, with kick-off set for 18:00 on Thursday 18 June.
BC Place Vancouver, featuring a closed retractable roof on match day, will manage conditions to beat the summer heat. Outside temperatures are expected to be around 26°C (79°F) at kick-off, while the temperature inside the stadium will hover around a comfortable 22°C (72°F).
Rather than back Canada to win, we’re going to take the -120 that they overcome -1.5 on the Asian Handicap against Qatar. This means we need the Reds to oblige with a victory of two goals or more.
Canada opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium. Jesse Marsch's side controlled large periods of the contest, enjoying 61% possession and registering four shots on target, with Cyle Larin getting on the scoresheet.
Qatar earned a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in their opening fixture at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Julen Lopetegui's side spent much of the match on the back foot, managing just 32% possession and four shots on target, but Boualem Khoukhi's dramatic stoppage-time equaliser secured a valuable point.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The teams have met once before, with Canada recording a 2-0 victory in a friendly match in 2022.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Canada |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 4 |  Qatar |
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 10 | -8 | 2:10 | 1 |
Confirmed Lineups
Canada confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Maxime Crepeau (GK), Alistair Johnston, Luc De Fougerolles, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea, Tajon Buchanan, Ismael Kone, Stephen Eustaquio, Ali Ahmed, Jonathan David, Cyle Larin.
Qatar confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Mahmud Abunada (GK), Ayoub Al Oui, Pedro Miguel, Boualem Khoukhi, Homam Elamin, Jassem Gaber, Assim Madibo, Issa Laye, Edmilson Junior, Yusuf Abdurisag, Akram Afif.
Canada vs Qatar Prediction & Betting Tips
This expert Canada vs Qatar betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score tip, player prop suggestions and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.
Match Prediction
We are confident that Canada will perform well, so we’ll take the favourites on the Asian Handicap in this Group B encounter. They can cover a -1.5 deficit and the odds of -120 seem generous to us.
The form guide is always considered and it’s great to also use the World Cup team news as it filters through ahead of kick-off. In our quest for the best possible football predictions, the latest stats are scrutinised so that we have the best data.
Key Canada vs Qatar stats:
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
There’s an opportunity to take an alternative bet on Canada, with Winning Margin giving you the chance to predict how many goals a team will win by. Choose from a range of fixed intervals.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There are odds of +475 available that Canada land a 2-0 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.
Player Prop Picks
Tani Oluwaseyi (Canada) can be wagered to cover the shots on goal total at +170. He looks like an attractive pick and we’ll have a bet on this Shots on Target outcome as the betting odds stand out.
Promise David (Canada) is available to score at +123. We’re happy to take this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.
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Bet Builder Tips
Check out our bet builder which has the following: Canada with an Asian Handicap of -1.5, Under 2.5 goals along with Tani Oluwaseyi (Canada) to end up with over 1.5 shots on target.
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Canada vs Qatar Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Canada have been priced up as the overwhelming -345 favourites for this World Cup clash. This means the bookies give them a 78% chance of claiming victory. Qatar are regarded as a long shot to win and you can back them at +1000.
As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Canada at -139, Qatar at +700 or the draw at +163.
The Over 2.5 option is currently favourite on the Total Goals betting market. Both Teams to Score No is chalked up at -159 for anyone predicting one side or more to fail to find the net.
It’s great to access hundreds of markets whichever World Cup game interests you. The top football betting sites have got every angle covered for bettors.
Favourite Jonathan David is priced at +300 to be the first player to find the net. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score any time at odds of -115.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Canada Stats
Qatar Stats
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.70 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 4.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 5.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
Canada vs Qatar Lineups & Team News
Before making your bets, take a look at the Canada vs Qatar team news. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed World Cup lineups and the latest injury reports.
Canada Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Qatar Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Canada Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Qatar Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Canada Substitutes
- 1Dayne St. Clair
- 5Joel Waterman
- 6Mathieu Choiniere
- 11Liam Millar
- 12Tani Oluwaseyi
- 14Jacob Shaffelburg
- 15Moise Bombito
- 18Owen Goodman
- 19Alphonso Davies
- 21Jonathan Osorio
- 23Niko Sigur
- 24Promise David
- 25Nathan Saliba
- 26Jayden Nelson
Qatar Substitutes
- 3Lucas Mendes
- 6Abdulaziz Hatem
- 7Ahmed Alaaeldin
- 9Mohammed Muntari
- 10Hassan Al Haidos
- 12Karim Boudiaf
- 17Ahmed Al Ganehi
- 18Sultan Al Brake
- 19Almoez Ali
- 20Ahmed Fathi
- 21Salah Zakaria
- 22Meshaal Barsham
- 24Tahsin Jamshid
- 25Hashmi Al Hussain
- 26Mohamed Al Mannai
Previous Canada Lineups
Previous Qatar Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Canada Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Jesse Marsch
Qatar Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and H. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 4 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Curacao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:9 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 | Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:7 | 6 |
| 3 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:4 | 0 |
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