World Cup Day 14 Preview: Canada, South Korea Aim to Advance; Brazil and Scotland Battle in Group C

The last round of group stage games for Groups A, B, and C unfolds Wednesday, bringing several high-stakes clashes. Mexico stands as the sole team already qualified for the Round of 32 among those playing, leaving much at stake for others. Canada, co-hosts and tied atop Group B with Switzerland, face a critical test.

South Korea could join Mexico in advancing if they secure a win. Meanwhile, Group C remains tightly contested with Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland all vying for progression depending on results.

Switzerland vs. Canada

When: Wednesday, June 24, 3 p.m. ETWhere: VancouverTV: FoxOdds: Switzerland (+130), Canada (+240), Draw (+200)

Canada currently leads Group B by goal difference over Switzerland. The match outcome will determine their Round of 32 venue: a win or draw keeps Canada in Vancouver as group leaders, while a loss could push them to second place, likely moving their knockout game to Los Angeles. Switzerland’s campaign started with a draw against Qatar followed by a win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar

When: Wednesday, June 24, 3 p.m. ETWhere: SeattleTV: FS1Odds: Bosnia and Herzegovina (-270), Qatar (+650), Draw (+420)

The bottom two teams in Group B face off in a must-win clash to keep hopes alive. One team will exit the tournament after this match. Progress depends on their result combined with Canada-Switzerland's outcome and goal differential swings. Both sides have one draw and one loss each so far. Suspensions hit both squads as Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemović and Qatar’s Homam El Amin and Assim Madibo will miss this game due to red cards.

Scotland vs. Brazil

When: Wednesday, June 24, 6 p.m. ETWhere: MiamiTV: FoxOdds: Brazil (-280), Scotland (+410), Draw (+410)

Can Scotland finally claim a victory over Brazil? They have never beaten the South Americans in ten previous meetings, suffering eight losses and two draws. Both teams are well positioned for the Round of 32. Brazil leads Group C with four points and a +3 goal difference, followed closely by Scotland with three points. Scotland sits above Haiti, who have zero points. Brazil may be without Raphinha due to injury, but Neymar could return after missing earlier matches with a calf issue.

Morocco vs. Haiti

When: Wednesday, June 24, 6 p.m. ETWhere: AtlantaTV: FS1Odds: Morocco (-600), Haiti (+1600), Draw (+600)

Haiti’s tournament ends here, already eliminated. Morocco looks likely to advance and aims to top the group, leapfrogging Brazil if possible. Morocco drew with Brazil and beat Scotland, putting them in a strong position for the knockout rounds once again after their semifinal run in 2022.

South Africa vs. South Korea

When: Wednesday, June 24, 9 p.m. ETWhere: Guadalupe, MexicoTV: FS1Odds: South Korea (-145), South Africa (+420), Draw (+270)

With co-host Mexico already through, South Korea looks to join them. South Africa has scored just one goal across two matches and holds a draw and a loss. This game offers South Korea a great chance to clinch a Round of 32 spot. Even a draw might suffice since South Korea has a tiebreak advantage over Czechia if Czechia manages an upset against Mexico.

Czechia vs. Mexico

When: Wednesday, June 24, 9 p.m. ETWhere: Mexico CityTV: FoxOdds: Mexico (-110), Czechia (+270), Draw (+280)

Czechia must win and hope South Korea slips up against South Africa to stay alive in Group A. Mexico, already qualified, wants to finish the group stage with three straight wins on home soil. Czechia hasn’t advanced since 1982, whereas Mexico has made it through eight of their last nine World Cups.