Switzerland 2-1 Canada
Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to win Group B, and even in defeat the co-hosts Canada still go through to the knockout round.
How the match went
Switzerland and Canada both came to Vancouver knowing they needed a good result to win the group.
It was goalless and tense at the break, with both teams careful not to make a mistake.
Then Switzerland took over after half-time.
Vargas scored right after the restart in the 46th minute, and Manzambi made it 2-0 in the 57th.
Jonathan David pulled one back for Canada in the 76th minute, but it was not enough to save the team from their first loss in the competition.
Switzerland held on to win 2-1 and finish top of the group.
They got there after a 1-1 draw with Qatar and a 4-1 win over Bosnia.
Canada lose here but still go through, because their big 6-0 win over Qatar, after a 1-1 draw with Bosnia, gave them the goal difference to hold on to the 2nd place.
Key moments
- ⚽ 46' Vargas (Switzerland)
- ⚽ 57' Manzambi (Switzerland)
- ⚽ 76' P. David (Canada)
Goals in the order they were scored.
Match highlights
Watch on YouTube- Date
- Wednesday, June 24
- Kickoff Time
- 12:00 (Vancouver time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group B
- Stadium
- BC Place, Vancouver
- Attendance
- 52,497
- Referee
- Ramon Abatti (Brazil)
What's next for Switzerland?
Switzerland are through to the round of 32 as Group B winners.
They have been strong all group, and they will believe they can go far in this tournament.
What's next for Canada?
Canada are through too, in 2nd place, a huge moment for the co-hosts on home soil.
They reach the knockout round of their own World Cup, and the country is dreaming.
Common questions
What was the final score of Switzerland vs Canada?
Switzerland won 2-1. Vargas and Manzambi scored in the second half, and Jonathan David got a late goal for Canada.
Did Canada qualify even though they lost?
Yes. Canada finished 2nd in Group B on goal difference, helped by their earlier 6-0 win over Qatar. So the co-hosts go through to the knockout round despite losing this game.
Who won Group B?
Switzerland won Group B with 7 points, and Canada finished 2nd, so both go through. Bosnia later advanced as one of the best 3rd-place teams, while Qatar are out of the 2026 World Cup.