Switzerland and Canada became the latest teams to qualify for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday, while Brazil prepared to battle Scotland for a place in the last 32.
Switzerland secured top spot in Group B with a 2-1 victory over Canada in Vancouver, courtesy of goals from Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi. Promise David pulled one back late for Canada, but the Swiss held on for all three points.
Despite the defeat, Canada advanced to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the country’s history after finishing second in the group on goal difference ahead of Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Before the 2026 tournament, Canada had never won a World Cup match. They will now face the runners-up in Group A on Sunday in Los Angeles.
“I know our team has heart, right? But I know that we have a group that will give everything
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