Switzerland and Canada meet in a decisive Group B clash at BC Place with both on four points. The Swiss boast a well-drilled unit anchored by Granit Xhaka and firepower from Breel Embolo, but they face a Canada side playing on home soil that has been the tournament's surprise package with seven goals scored. Canada's defensive shape has been impressive, conceding just once, though the loss of Ismael Koné to injury is a blow in midfield. Expect an open game as both teams push for the win to top the group. A high-scoring draw feels the most likely outcome given the attacking quality on display.
Both sides are evenly matched on points and xG, and a draw would likely suit both to progress, while neither defense has been impenetrable.
Switzerland have conceded in both group games, and Canada's attack has scored seven times, making it hard to see either side keeping a clean sheet.
With 12 combined goals scored between them in four games and open play expected, at least three goals seems probable.
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Also in Group Stage Matchweek 3
Switzerland
GK · 90'
MID · 85' · 1 goal · 1 assist · 1 key pass · 1 shot (1 on target)
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MID · 80' · 1 goal · 1 shot (1 on target)
MID · 90' · 1 shot
DEF · 90' · 2 key passes
Canada
FWD · 16' · 1 goal · 3 shots (3 on target)
MID · 90' · 1 assist · 2 key passes
MID · 58' · 1 shot (1 on target)
MID · 58' · 1 key pass
FWD · 32'
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4
25
10
8
17
15
9
7Switzerland
Coach: Murat Yakin
Canada
Coach: Jesse Marsch
Switzerland
Injury
Canada
Muscle Bruise
Fracture Of Lower Leg
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| 3 |  Bosnia & Herzegovina | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 4 |  Qatar | 3 | -8 | 1 |
