Group Stage

Group B — Football World Cup 2026: Teams, TV & Streaming

Group B at the Football World Cup 2026 is done: Switzerland won the group, Canada advanced second. Watch all six matches on FOX, FS1, and Telemundo in the US.

The teams

All group matches

Where to watch

FOX Sports

Free

Exclusive English-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 70 matches air free over the air on the FOX broadcast network, 34 air on FS1 with a cable subscription. Streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One requires TV-provider sign-in for most matches.

Telemundo

Free

Exclusive Spanish-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 92 of the 104 matches air free over the air on the Telemundo broadcast network; 12 air on Universo with a cable subscription. The two opening matches also stream free in Spanish on the Telemundo app.

Peacock

Premium / Premium Plus subscription

NBCUniversal's streaming service and the only place to stream all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup live in Spanish. The two opening matches are also available on the free Peacock Select tier. Streams in Dolby Atmos with multiview, live picks, and catch-up highlights.

Group B of the Football World Cup 2026 is complete. Switzerland, Canada, Qatar, and Bosnia and Herzegovina contested six matches across North America from to . Switzerland won the group with 7 points. Canada advanced in second place with 4 points, finishing ahead of Bosnia and Herzegovina on goal difference. Bosnia and Herzegovina finished third and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams, advancing to face USA in the Round of 32. Qatar were eliminated in fourth.

Which teams are in Group B?

Group B featured four teams from three confederations. Canada (CONCACAF) entered as one of the three co-hosts of the Football World Cup 2026, playing all three group matches on home soil. Switzerland (UEFA) topped the group with 7 points. Qatar (AFC) returned to the World Cup stage after hosting the 2022 edition, finishing fourth. Bosnia and Herzegovina (UEFA) finished third. Browse the full teams hub for the complete 48-team list.

What is the Group B schedule?

All six Group B fixtures are listed below with kickoff times in US Eastern and Pacific time. The final two matches on kicked off simultaneously.

Four of the six Group B matches were played at North American venues in Toronto, Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Three of those — all of Canada’s fixtures — were on Canadian home soil. See the full Football World Cup 2026 schedule for all 104 matches.

How was Group B decided?

Each team in Group B played the other three once, earning three points for a win, one for a draw, and none for a loss. The final standings were: Switzerland 7 pts (GD +4) in first; Canada 4 pts (GD +5) in second; Bosnia and Herzegovina 4 pts (GD −1) in third; Qatar 1 pt (GD −8) in fourth. Switzerland and Canada advanced automatically to the round of 32. Switzerland faces Algeria in the Round of 32; Canada faces South Africa. Bosnia and Herzegovina finished third and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams, advancing to face USA in the Round of 32. Qatar were eliminated. See all group standings via the groups hub.

Where can I watch Group B in the US?

In the United States, all Group B matches were available in English on FOX and FS1. FOX is free over the air; FS1 requires a cable or live-TV streaming subscription. Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air for 92 of the 104 total matches) and Universo (cable, 12 matches). All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are available in Spanish on Peacock for subscribers. Click any match link above for the specific channel for that fixture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which teams were in Group B of the World Cup 2026?
Group B at the Football World Cup 2026 contained four teams: Canada (CONCACAF), Switzerland (UEFA), Qatar (AFC), and Bosnia and Herzegovina (UEFA). Canada, one of the three tournament co-hosts, played all three group matches on home soil in Toronto and Vancouver.
When did Group B play at the Football World Cup 2026?
Group B ran from to . The opening two matches kicked off on June 12, two more followed on June 18, and the decisive final round of simultaneous matches concluded on June 24.
Who advanced from Group B at the Football World Cup 2026?
Switzerland and Canada advanced from Group B. Switzerland finished first with 7 points and a goal difference of +4. Canada finished second with 4 points and a goal difference of +5, edging out Bosnia and Herzegovina — also on 4 points — on goal difference. Bosnia and Herzegovina finished third and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams, facing USA in the Round of 32. Qatar finished fourth and were eliminated.
What channel was Group B World Cup 2026 on in the US?
In the United States, Group B matches aired in English on FOX and FS1 (FOX Sports). Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air) and Universo (cable). Every match is available in Spanish on Peacock for subscribers. Check the individual match pages for per-match channel assignments.
Can I watch Group B World Cup 2026 for free in the US?
Yes, partially. Group B matches that aired on the FOX broadcast network were free over the air with a TV antenna. Spanish-language coverage on Telemundo is also free over the air for all 92 of its matches. FOX Sports' FS1 and Universo require a cable or live-TV streaming subscription.