Canadian Men to Face Switzerland, Qatar and Possibly Italy at 2026 World Cup

Canadian Men to Face Switzerland, Qatar and Possibly Italy at 2026 World Cup
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (R) speaks as he stands on stage with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and President Donald Trump during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, on Dec. 5, 2025. AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin
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Canada’s draw for next summer’s World Cup started well but finished with a twist of the tail.

The Canadian men, ranked 27th in the world, drew No. 17 Switzerland, the fifth-ranked team in Pot 2 and then No. 51 Qatar, the 10th-ranked side in Pot 3.