The Canada national football team will host Uzbekistan in an international friendly match tonight.

The kick-off for Canada vs Uzbekistan is scheduled for 08:00 WIB on Tuesday morning (2 June 2026).

Canada is one of the host nations for the upcoming World Cup, while Uzbekistan will make their debut in the tournament.

Canada’s head coach Jesse Marsch is using this friendly as part of his team’s preparation for the competition, as they automatically qualified as one of the host nations.

The Canadian side played two warm-up games in March this year, both ending in draws.

Les Rouges drew 2-2 against Iceland before playing a goalless draw with Tunisia.

Canada has been placed in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar, and Bosnia & Herzegovina, with their opening match scheduled for 12 June against Bosnia & Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto.

Meanwhile, Uzbekistan, under the management of Fabio Cannavaro, has been preparing for their first-ever World Cup appearance through a series of friendlies in the FIFA Series.

In March, the White Wolves defeated Gabon 3-1, then played a 0-0 draw with Venezuela before edging them out 5-4 in a penalty shootout.

Following their match against Canada, Uzbekistan will play one more friendly before the World Cup, facing the Netherlands on 8 June.

Uzbekistan has been drawn into a challenging Group K, where they will face Colombia (18 June), Portugal (23 June), and the Democratic Republic of Congo (28 June).

Since taking charge in October 2025, Cannavaro has earned praise for his work ethic and dedication, attending numerous domestic league matches to scout top talents and integrate them effectively into his squad.

He has identified central defender Abdukodir Khusanov as one of the standout players in his selection.

Canada vs Uzbekistan: Head-to-Head and Statistics

There has only been one previous meeting between the two nations, with Canada emerging victorious 2-1 over Uzbekistan in 2016.

This fixture provides an opportunity to renew their competitive rivalry in a more modern context.

According to the latest FIFA World Rankings, Canada sits 30th in the world, while Uzbekistan is ranked 50th.

Match Prediction: Canada vs Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan’s captain and striker Eldor Shomurodov will be a key figure in attack, with the 30-year-old expected to lead the line and convert scoring chances.

The White Wolves boast a well-organised defence, and their counter-attacking approach can be highly effective.

Canada, on the other hand, plays with high pressing intensity that could trouble the Uzbek defence, relying on the clinical finishing of Jonathan David in attack.

Playing at home gives Canada a slight advantage, which could be decisive in securing a victory.

Predicted Score: Canada 2-1 Uzbekistan