Canada avoids group of death in FIFA World Cup draw
The schedule is known for Canada’s first trip to the FIFA World Cup in over 30 years.
Canada were placed into Group F during the draw held Friday, April 1. The team will play Belgium, Morocco and Croatia in the group stage with the top two teams advancing to the knockout rounds.
Belgium are second in the men’s world rankings, behind only Brazil. Croatia are 16th while Morocco are 24th. Canada is ranked 38th as of Friday.
Canada’s tournament will begin Nov. 23 against Belgium, with other games on Nov. 27 against Croatia before facing Morocco on Dec. 1