The first match of Group B in 2026 World Cup qualifying took place in San Francisco, Los Angeles, featuring Qatar and Switzerland. This game concluded the first round of matches for the group, which also includes Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Yesterday, Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina played to a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for today’s contest. The match between Qatar and Switzerland is a key early fixture in the qualifying process. The location marks a significant step in the joint United States-Canada-Mexico bid to host the tournament. Results from these initial games will heavily influence the standings as the qualifying rounds progress. This competition aims to determine which nations will advance to the expanded 48-team World Cup in 2026.