Overview
- Canada’s group includes Switzerland and Qatar, with a Pot 4 European berth still undecided and potentially filled by Italy.
- The UEFA playoff featuring Italy, Wales, Northern Ireland and Bosnia and Herzegovina will determine Canada’s June 12 opponent at BMO Field.
- Toronto restaurateurs and workers in Little Italy forecast packed venues, street viewing areas and pop-up patios if Italy qualifies.
- Canada will co-host 13 of the World Cup’s 104 matches, split between Vancouver (seven) and Toronto (six).
- FIFA’s full 2026 tournament schedule was slated for release Saturday, setting match dates and kickoff details.