Is betting on the 2026 World Cup legal in Canada?

Yes. Single-game sports betting became legal across Canada in August 2021 following Bill C-218. Each province regulates its own market. Ontario offers the widest selection through iGaming Ontario, while other provinces use provincial lottery corporations.

What odds format do Canadian sportsbooks use?

Canadian sportsbooks default to decimal odds, where total return equals stake multiplied by odds. American moneyline format also appears due to US-based operators. Most platforms allow toggling between formats.

When does the 2026 World Cup start and end?

The tournament runs June 11 through July 19, 2026. Mexico hosts the opening match on June 11, while the final takes place at MetLife Stadium on July 19. Canada's first match is June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup features 48 teams divided into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group plus eight best third-place finishers advance to the Round of 32, meaning 66.7% of teams reach knockout rounds.

Which group is Canada in for the 2026 World Cup?

Canada is in Group B with Switzerland, Qatar, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Canada plays all three group matches at domestic venues in Toronto and Vancouver.

What are Canada's odds to win the 2026 World Cup?

Canada trades between 81.00 and 101.00 outright, implying roughly 1% probability. More realistic markets focus on group advancement at 1.40-1.55, or topping Group B at 2.60-3.00.

Where can I watch World Cup matches in Canada?

TSN, CTV, and streaming platforms hold Canadian broadcast rights. Most sportsbooks offer live streaming for account holders. Matches kick off between 11:00 AM and 9:00 PM ET during group stages.

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Messi's Last World Cup — A Final of Legacy, Records and One Last Chapter

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There are sporting moments you know you’ll remember while they’re happening. Sunday afternoon is one of them. Lionel Messi plays, in all likelihood, his last World Cup match — a final against Spain, barely 24 hours after Kylian Mbappé took his goals record. It’s the kind of script no writer would dare pitch. As of July 19, 2026.

Messi’s last World Cup match: the final against Spain, Sunday 3:00 PM ET at MetLife Stadium.

The final vs Spain is expected to be Messi’s last World Cup match.
He lost the all-time goals record to Mbappé (22 to 21) but is still the Golden Ball favourite (~1.11).
Records at stake: Argentina to defend the title (first since 1962), Spain to reach 38 unbeaten.
First-ever World Cup knockout meeting between the two nations (H2H 6-6-2).

1. The man who lost a record — and can still win it all

On Saturday Messi became number two on the all-time World Cup scoring list. Sunday he can answer. But here’s what the numbers miss: losing the record did not move the Golden Ball race, the player-of-the-tournament award. Messi is still the favourite (~1.11). With 8 goals and 4 assists he has carried his side all the way — and a world title would make the "greatest ever" debate shorter than ever.

2. Two teams, historic stakes

Argentina can become the first side to defend the title since Brazil in 1962. Spain can complete a Euro/World Cup double and set a world record of 38 matches unbeaten. Three big storylines, one result — and the two nations’ first-ever World Cup knockout meeting.

3. From Canada

As a co-host nation, Canada helped stage this tournament, and the final lands at a friendly 3:00 PM ET (12:00 PM PT) Sunday on TSN and CTV. The full match breakdown is in our final preview.

Messi's Last World Cup — A Final of Legacy, Records and One Last Chapter

1. The man who lost a record — and can still win it all

2. Two teams, historic stakes

3. From Canada

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