Canada vs Qatar preview

2026 World Cup, World
Vancouver Stadium Thu, 18 Jun - 10:00 PM
World Cup
Canada CAN
6 0
Qatar QAT
Full Time Thu, 18 Jun 10:00 PM
Round 2 Group Stage
Cyle Larin - 16'
Jonathan David - 29', 45+3', 90+2'
Nathan-Dylan Saliba - 64'
Mohamed Al-Mannai - 75' (Own Goal)
Goal
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Red Card Homam Al-Amin 33'
Red Card Assim Madibo 53'

CONTEXT

Canada defeated Qatar by a final score of 6-0 after leading 3-0 at halftime. The match featured Canada holding 79 percent possession against Qatar's 21 percent. Expected goals stood at 4.57 for Canada and 0.22 for Qatar producing a differential of 4.35. Qatar received two red cards during the contest which occurred after the interval. The outcome proved consistent with the expected goals data and showed minimal deviation from pre-match projections for Canada. Qatar had been identified as the stronger side entering the fixture yet finished with no goals. Canada maintained control across both halves while the red cards limited Qatar's options in the second period.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: Canada exceeded pre-match projections by a minimal 2.7 percent margin.
  • Efficiency shift: Team efficiency remained in line with underlying performance data.
  • xG alignment: The 6-0 result aligned directly with the 4.35 expected goals differential.
  • Market alignment: Pre-match indicators proved consistent with the observed match outcome.
  • xG expectations: Canada produced 4.57 expected goals while Qatar managed 0.22.
  • Event impact: The match outcome followed expected goals without notable second-half adjustments beyond red cards.
  • Red card distortion: Two red cards for Qatar created distortion in the second half.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
C. Garay
C. Garay
Referee • 25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 30.4
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 4
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
F. Silva Gonçalves
F. Silva Gonçalves
1st Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
M. Rocha
M. Rocha
2nd Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
K. Ortega
K. Ortega
4th Official • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Canada J. Marsch
J. Marsch
VS
Qatar J. Lopetegui Argote
J. Lopetegui Argote
1
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1
1 i
Last 6 Opponents
Bosnia and Herzegovina Rank: D
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1 i
Last 6 Opponents
Switzerland Rank: D
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 0
0

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Canada
97.32%
Draw
1.91%
Away Qatar
0.77%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
10
23.33
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Canada
Qatar
Power Score
10
23.33
League Position
2
4
Global Rank
30
55

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

–
vs
Canada — Opponent-weighted form score
Qatar — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Canada Qatar

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

–
vs

Canada

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Qatar

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

Canada ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy Qatar
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
47.47
10.24
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
10.24
47.47
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
Canada +3.31 Efficiency Index
vs
Qatar -3.31 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
Canada
Qatar
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Canada
vs
Qatar
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Canada Qatar
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
20%
20%
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
-0.92 vs -0.04
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Canada Qatar
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
20%
20%
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
-0.04 vs -0.92
Canada
Qatar
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

–
Canada
vs
Qatar
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Canada Qatar
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
—
—
Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
Canada 0.20
Qatar 0.67
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Canada Qatar
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
—
—
Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
Canada 0.00
Qatar 0.04
Canada
Qatar
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score

PRESSURE INDEX

Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.

  • CAN had peak pressure around 74'.
  • CAN started the game with stronger pressure.
CAN Pressure QAT Pressure
⚡
Pressure Index: CAN reached the top pressure at 74' (93.18).

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 0 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Canada CAN Home
0 matches
Qatar QAT Away
Match Record
0
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
0
Goals
0
Goals Scored
0
0
Goals Conceded
0
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-06-19T00:00:38+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-4-2
Match Formation 4-3-3
Pitch
M. Crépeau
Canada
16 M. Crépeau
A. Johnston
Canada
2 A. Johnston
L. De Fougerolles
Substitution
Canada
4 L. De Fougerolles
D. Cornelius
Substitution
Canada
13 D. Cornelius
R. Laryea
Canada
22 R. Laryea
T. Buchanan
Substitution
Canada
17 T. Buchanan
I. Koné
Substitution
Canada
8 I. Koné
S. Antunes Eustáquio
Canada
7 (C) S. Antunes Eustáquio
A. Ahmed
Substitution
Canada
20 A. Ahmed
J. David
Canada
10 J. David
C. Larin
Canada
9 C. Larin
M. Abunad
Qatar
1 M. Abunad
H. Ahmed
Qatar
14 H. Ahmed
B. Khoukhi
Qatar
16 (C) B. Khoukhi
P. Correia
Qatar
2 P. Correia
A. Al Oui
Qatar
13 A. Al Oui
G. Laye
Qatar
4 G. Laye
A. Al Haj Madibo
Qatar
23 A. Al Haj Madibo
J. Abdulsallam
Substitution
Qatar
5 J. Abdulsallam
A. Afif
Substitution
Qatar
11 A. Afif
Y. Youssef
Substitution
Qatar
15 Y. Youssef
E. da Silva
Substitution
Qatar
8 E. da Silva

General Information

Date & Time
Jun 18, 2026, 10:00 PM
Competition
2026 World Cup, World · Round 2 · Group Stage
Stadium
Vancouver Stadium
Capacity
54500
Attendance
52497
Pitch Surface
Artificial turf
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Cristián Garay
Francisco José Silva Gonçalves
Miguel Rocha
Kevin Ortega

Statistics

Possession
CAN
75%
QAT
25%

Top Statistics

6 Goals 0
5 Big Chances Created 0
23 Shots 2
154 Dangerous attacks 3
79 Possession 21
19 Corners 1
11 Free kicks 10
1 Yellow Cards 1
0 Red Cards 2

Match Overview

43 Ball Safe 52
2 Goal Kicks 13
18 Goal Attempts 1
5 Substitutions 5
23 Throwins 9
8 Successful Headers 7
1 Assists 0
1 Injuries 3
11 Dribble Attempts 5
6 Successful Dribbles 2
55 Successful Dribbles Percentage 40

Attacking

165 Attacks 35
2 Big Chances Missed 0

Possession

16 Long Passes 53
566 Passes 164
514 Successful Passes 104
91 Successful Passes Percentage 63
22 Key Passes 1
10 Successful Long Passes 16
63 Successful Long Passes Percentage 30

Defensive

0 Saves 4
9 Tackles 16
6 Interceptions 11
33 Duels Won 34

Build-up

55 Total Crosses 3
14 Accurate Crosses 1

Discipline

1 Offsides 1
9 Fouls 10

Lineup

Referee : Cristián Garay

Starting XI ▼

16
Maxime Crépeau
Maxime Crépeau Goalkeeper
6.61
2
Alistair Johnston
Alistair Johnston Defender
7.94
4
Luc De Fougerolles
Luc De Fougerolles Defender
6.96
14
Jacob Shaffelburg
Jacob Shaffelburg
Attacker71'
6.93
13
Derek Cornelius
Derek Cornelius Defender
6.49
15
Moïse Bombito
Moïse Bombito
Defender46'
6.55
22
Richie Laryea
Richie Laryea Defender
7.39
7
Stephen Eustaquio
Stephen Eustaquio (C) Midfielder
7.45
8
Ismaël Koné
Ismaël Koné Midfielder
7.16
25
Nathan-Dylan Saliba
Nathan-Dylan Saliba
Midfielder57'
8.15
17
Tajon Buchanan
Tajon Buchanan Midfielder
7.51
23
Niko Sigur
Niko Sigur
Midfielder83'
6.57
20
Ali Ahmed
Ali Ahmed Midfielder
7
12
Tani Oluwaseyi
Tani Oluwaseyi
Attacker71'
6.42
9
Cyle Larin
Cyle Larin Attacker
7.17
10
Jonathan David
Jonathan David Attacker
3
9.5
Referee : Cristián Garay

Starting XI ▼

1
Mahmoud Abunada
Mahmoud Abunada Goalkeeper
5.43
2
Pedro Miguel
Pedro Miguel Defender
6.18
13
Ayoub Al-Oui
Ayoub Al-Oui Defender
5.79
14
Homam Al-Amin
Homam Al-Amin Defender
5.34
16
Boualem Khoukhi
Boualem Khoukhi (C) Defender
6.73
4
Issa Laye
Issa Laye Midfielder
5.99
5
Jassem Gaber
Jassem Gaber Midfielder
6.33
26
Mohamed Al-Mannai
Mohamed Al-Mannai
Midfielder46'
5.1
23
Assim Madibo
Assim Madibo Midfielder
5.57
8
Edmílson Junior
Edmílson Junior Attacker
6.5
20
Ahmed Fathi
Ahmed Fathi
Midfielder46'
6.37
11
Akram Afif
Akram Afif Attacker
6.85
25
Al-Hashmi Al-Hussain
Al-Hashmi Al-Hussain
Defender59'
6.08
15
Yusuf Abdurisag
Yusuf Abdurisag Attacker
6.41
18
Sultan Al-Brake
Sultan Al-Brake
Defender40'
5.92

Events

2ND-HALF
Event
Jonathan David
Left foot shot / 5th Goal
90+2'
87'
Event
Lucas Mendes → Ahmed Fathi
10th Substitution
Event
Niko Sigur → Tajon Buchanan
9th Substitution
83'
Event
Mohamed Al-Mannai
Right foot shot / 1st Own Goal
75'
Event
Tani Oluwaseyi → Ali Ahmed
7th Substitution
71'
Event
Jacob Shaffelburg  → Luc De Fougerolles
8th Substitution
71'
Event
Nathan-Dylan Saliba
Right foot shot / 4th Goal
64'
62'
Event
Ahmed Fathi
Foul / 2nd Yellowcard
59'
Event
Al-Hashmi Al-Hussain → Akram Afif
6th Substitution
Event
Nathan-Dylan Saliba → Ismaël Koné
5th Substitution
57'
54'
Event
Assim Madibo
Card adjusted
53'
Event
Assim Madibo
Foul / 2nd Redcard
Event
Moïse Bombito → Derek Cornelius
3rd Substitution
46'
46'
Event
Mohamed Al-Mannai → Jassem Gaber
2nd Substitution
46'
Event
Ahmed Fathi → Edmílson Junior
4th Substitution
1ST-HALF
Event
Jonathan David
Right foot shot / 3rd Goal
45+3'
40'
Event
Sultan Al-Brake → Yusuf Abdurisag
1st Substitution
Event
Tajon Buchanan
Penalty disallowed
33'
33'
Event
Homam Al-Amin
Professional foul last man / 1st Redcard
33'
Event
Homam Al-Amin
Card adjusted
Event
Jonathan David
Right foot shot / 2nd Goal
29'
Event
Cyle Larin
Left foot shot / 1st Goal
16'
Event
Derek Cornelius
Foul / 1st Yellowcard
9'

Match Commentary

90
Update Update
Lucas Mendes is caught offside for Qatar.
90
Update Update
Pedro Miguel from Qatar is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
90
Update Update
Cyle Larin commits a foul for Canada.
90
Update Update
Cyle Larin's header from close range is blocked. The attempt was assisted by Alistair Johnston's cross.
90
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Boualem Khoukhi concedes.
90
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Sultan Al Brake concedes.
90
Update Update
Foul committed by Al Hashmi Al Hussain of Qatar.
90
Update Update
Richie Laryea from Canada is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
90
Attempt Attempt
Nathan Saliba's right-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Jacob Shaffelburg provided the assist.
90
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Canada leads Qatar 6-0. Jonathan David scores for Canada with a left-footed shot from the center of the box.
90
Update Update
Issa Laye from Qatar wins a free kick on the right wing.
90
Update Update
Foul committed by Tani Oluwaseyi of Canada.
90
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated there will be 9 minutes of added time.
90
Attempt Attempt
Niko Sigur's right-footed shot from outside the box for Canada is blocked.
90
Update Update
Boualem Khoukhi from Qatar is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
90
Update Update
Cyle Larin commits a foul for Canada.
89
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Pedro Miguel concedes.
87
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Qatar: Lucas Mendes comes on for Ahmed Fathy.
87
Update Update
Al Hashmi Al Hussain from Qatar wins a free kick in the defensive half.
87
Update Update
Moïse Bombito commits a foul for Canada.
87
Corner Corner
Canada has been awarded a corner after Ayoub Al Oui concedes.
86
Attempt Attempt
Attempt blocked. Jonathan David's left-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Stephen Eustaquio provided the assist.
84
Attempt Attempt
Jonathan David's left-footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
84
Attempt Attempt
Attempt blocked. Tani Oluwaseyi from Canada has a left-footed shot from the left side of the six-yard box that is blocked.
83
Update Update
Delay is over, and they are ready to continue.
83
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Canada: Niko Sigur comes on for Tajon Buchanan.
82
Attempt Attempt
Jacob Shaffelburg from Canada has missed an attempt, sending a left-footed shot high and wide to the left from a difficult angle on the left side.
82
Update Update
The match is delayed due to an injury to Mahmoud Abunada from Qatar.
80
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Ayoub Al Oui concedes.
80
Corner Corner
Attempt missed. Jacob Shaffelburg from Canada takes a left-footed shot from outside the box after a corner.
79
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Ayoub Al Oui concedes.
79
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Mahmoud Abunada concedes.
78
Attempt Attempt
Richie Laryea's right-footed shot from outside the box for Canada is blocked. Nathan Saliba provided the assist.
78
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Ahmed Fathy concedes.
77
Attempt Attempt
Attempt missed by Tajon Buchanan of Canada, who took a right-footed shot from outside the box.
75
Attempt Attempt
Tajon Buchanan's left-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked.
75
Attempt Attempt
Jacob Shaffelburg's left-footed shot from the center of the box for Canada is blocked.
75
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Own goal by Mohammad Al Manai for Qatar. The score is now Canada 5, Qatar 0.
73
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Al Hashmi Al Hussain concedes.
72
Update Update
Foul committed by Mohammad Al Manai of Qatar.
72
Update Update
Stephen Eustaquio of Canada wins a free kick in the defensive half.
71
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Canada: Tani Oluwaseyi comes on for Ali Ahmed.
71
Update Update
Delay is over, and they are ready to continue.
71
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Canada: Jacob Shaffelburg comes on for Luc De Fougerolles.
68
Update Update
The match is currently delayed for a drinks break.
67
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Ayoub Al Oui concedes.
67
Update Update
Delay is over, and they are ready to continue.
66
Update Update
The match is currently delayed due to an injury to Mahmoud Abunada from Qatar.
64
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Nathan Saliba scores for Canada with a right-footed shot from a free kick. The score is now Canada 4, Qatar 0.
62
Update Update
Foul committed by Ahmed Fathy of Qatar.
62
Update Update
Ali Ahmed from Canada is awarded a free kick in the attacking half.
62
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Ahmed Fathy from Qatar receives a yellow card for a foul.
62
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Sultan Al Brake concedes.
61
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Ayoub Al Oui concedes.
60
Update Update
Foul committed by Al Hashmi Al Hussain of Qatar.
60
Update Update
Richie Laryea of Canada is awarded a free kick on the left wing.
59
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Qatar: Al Hashmi Al Hussain comes on for Akram Afif.
58
Update Update
Ahmed Fathy from Qatar wins a free kick in the defensive half.
58
Update Update
Tajon Buchanan commits a foul for Canada.
57
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Canada: Nathan Saliba comes on for Ismaël Koné due to an injury.
53
Red Card Red Card Important
VAR is checking for a possible red card.
53
Update Update
There is a delay in the match in Qatar as VAR is checking a decision.
53
Red Card Red Card Important
VAR is checking for a possible red card.
53
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Assim Madibo from Qatar receives a yellow card for a foul.
51
Update Update
The match is delayed due to an injury to Ismaël Koné from Canada.
51
Update Update
Foul committed by Assim Madibo of Qatar.
51
Update Update
Ismaël Koné wins a free kick for Canada on the left wing.
50
Attempt Attempt
Cyle Larin's left-footed shot from the center of the box is blocked. Ismaël Koné provided the assist.
50
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Mohammad Al Manai concedes.
48
Attempt Attempt
Ismaël Koné's left-footed shot from the center of the box is blocked. He was assisted by Richie Laryea.
46
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Qatar: Mohammad Al Manai comes on for Jassem Gaber.
46
Update Update
The second half begins with Canada leading Qatar 3-0.
46
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Canada: Moïse Bombito comes on for Derek Cornelius.
46
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Qatar: Ahmed Fathy comes on for Edmílson Junior.
45
Attempt Attempt
Attempt saved. Alistair Johnston's right-footed shot from the right side of the box is saved.
45
Attempt Attempt
Attempt saved. Cyle Larin's header from the center of the box is saved.
45
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Jonathan David scores for Canada with a right-footed shot from very close range. The score is now Canada 3, Qatar 0.
45
Attempt Attempt
Cyle Larin's right-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked.
45
Corner Corner
Attempt missed. Luc De Fougerolles of Canada heads the ball from the center of the box but it goes to the left. The cross was assisted by Stephen Eustaquio following a corner.
43
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to Canada after Assim Madibo concedes.
41
Update Update
Tajon Buchanan is caught offside for Canada.
40
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Qatar: Sultan Al Brake comes on for Yusuf Abdurisag.
40
Attempt Attempt
Attempt blocked. Jonathan David's right-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Luc De Fougerolles provided the assist.
40
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Assim Madibo concedes.
38
Attempt Attempt
Tajon Buchanan's right-footed shot from close range is blocked. He was assisted by Richie Laryea.
38
Update Update
Edmílson Junior from Qatar is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
38
Update Update
Derek Cornelius commits a foul for Canada.
35
Attempt Attempt
Attempt missed. Ali Ahmed from Canada takes a right-footed shot from outside the box following a direct free kick.
33
Red Card Red Card Important
Homam El Amin from Qatar receives a red card.
33
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Homam El Amin from Qatar receives a yellow card for a foul.
31
Update Update
Homam El Amin of Qatar concedes a penalty for a foul in the penalty area.
31
Update Update
Penalty awarded to Canada as Tajon Buchanan is fouled in the penalty area.
30
Update Update
Pedro Miguel from Qatar is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
30
Update Update
Cyle Larin commits a foul for Canada.
29
Attempt Attempt
Tajon Buchanan's left-footed shot from outside the box for Canada is blocked.
29
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Canada leads 2-0 against Qatar. Jonathan David scores for Canada with a right-footed shot from the right side of the box.
28
Update Update
Foul committed by Jassem Gaber of Qatar.
28
Update Update
Richie Laryea from Canada is awarded a free kick in the attacking half.
27
Update Update
Delay is over, and they are ready to continue.
25
Update Update
The match is currently paused for a drinks break.
23
Update Update
Delay is over, and the teams are ready to continue.
22
Update Update
The match is delayed due to an injury to Boualem Khoukhi from Qatar.
21
Update Update
Derek Cornelius from Canada misses a header from the center of the box after a set piece situation.
20
Update Update
Foul committed by Yusuf Abdurisag of Qatar.
20
Update Update
Alistair Johnston wins a free kick for Canada on the right wing.
18
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Issa Laye concedes.
16
Attempt Attempt
Attempt saved. Jonathan David's right-footed shot from the center of the box is saved.
16
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Canada leads 1-0 against Qatar. Cyle Larin scores for Canada with a left-footed shot from very close range after a corner.
16
Corner Corner
Canada wins a corner after Edmílson Junior concedes.
15
Attempt Attempt
Stephen Eustaquio's right-footed shot from outside the box for Canada is blocked.
14
Update Update
Foul committed by Homam El Amin of Qatar.
14
Update Update
Tajon Buchanan wins a free kick for Canada on the right wing.
12
Update Update
Foul committed by Homam El Amin from Qatar.
12
Update Update
Tajon Buchanan wins a free kick for Canada in the defensive half.
10
Attempt Attempt
Boualem Khoukhi from Qatar has his right-footed shot from outside the box blocked.
10
Corner Corner
Qatar wins a corner after Jonathan David concedes.
9
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Derek Cornelius from Canada receives a yellow card for a foul.
9
Update Update
Akram Afif from Qatar wins a free kick in the attacking half.
9
Update Update
Derek Cornelius commits a foul for Canada.
7
Attempt Attempt
Jonathan David takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
6
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
1
Attempt Attempt
Edmílson Junior takes a right-footed shot but misses.
1
Update Update
Kick-off! The referee is Cristian Garay.

CONCLUSION

The 6-0 result reflected Canada's control of possession and creation of scoring opportunities throughout the fixture. Qatar's two red cards after halftime reduced their defensive structure and prevented any sustained response. Expected goals data captured the imbalance accurately with Canada generating the bulk of chances. The minimal deviation from projections confirmed that the scoreline developed in line with observable patterns rather than random variance. Canada converted their dominance into goals at both halves while restricting Qatar to negligible output. Overall the contest demonstrated how red card events can accelerate an already favorable expected goals position into a decisive margin without altering the fundamental alignment of the result.