World Cup co-hosts Canada return to Group B action against Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday evening.
Jesse Marsch’s side were expected to beat Bosnia & Herzegovina in their group opener; however, they played out a 1-1 draw, with Cyle Larin scoring late on for the hosts.
With all four sides on one point in Group B, Canada seem to be in a straight shootout with Switzerland for top spot. If they can get the better of Qatar, the battle for first place will likely rest on their final group game against the Swiss.
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Canada are hoping to get out of the group for the first time in their history and given this summer’s expanded World Cup will see numerous third-placed teams qualify, Marsch will be confident of reaching the knockout stages.
Qatar stunned Switzerland in their group opener to snatch their first-ever World Cup point in a 1-1 draw. The historic moment went down as a Miro Muheim own goal after it was deemed Boualem Khoukhi’s header was going wide.
Despite confidence in Julen Lopetegui’s side being high, Qatar still face an uphill battle to get out of Group B. They’ll need to get a result against Canada and likely beat Bosnia & Herzegovina in their final group game.
Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Canada v Qatar on TV and online.
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When is Canada v Qatar?
Canada v Qatar will take place on Thursday 18 June 2026.
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Canada v Qatar kick-off time
Canada v Qatar will kick off at 11pm UK time.
The Group B match is set to be played at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.
What TV channel is Canada v Qatar on?
You can watch the game live on ITV 1.
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How to live stream Canada v Qatar online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via ITVX.
The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.
Is Canada v Qatar on radio?
You can listen to the match on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live.
talkSPORT is available on DAB radio, predominantly MW 1089 kHz though you may need to check its official website for some localised frequencies for talkSPORT, and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT online via the website or app.
BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
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