Canada vs Republic of Ireland Live Score, Result & Lineups Pre-World Cup Friendly
Canada host Republic of Ireland in a pre-World Cup international friendly tonight, Friday June 5, 2026, with kickoff set for 19:30 ET (23:30 UTC / 00:30 BST June 6 / 04:30 PKT June 6) at Stade Saputo in Montreal. The Canada vs Republic of Ireland live score starts at 0-0 and will track match status, score changes, and the final result before 2026 World Cup Group B begins.
Canada enter the match with a World Cup squad led by Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David, Stephen Eustaquio, and Tajon Buchanan. Ireland are not in the tournament, yet Hallgrimsson’s side arrive with momentum after Nathan Collins scored early in the 1-0 win over Qatar. Here is the live score, result tracker, projected lineups, team news, match stats, and post-match update area.
Canada vs Republic of Ireland – Match Score
Canada vs Republic of Ireland – Starting Lineups
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs below use current squad information, recent starters, and likely preparation shapes. They should be treated as projected lineups until official team sheets arrive.
Canada
4-2-3-1Republic of Ireland
4-2-3-1Canada vs Republic of Ireland Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Canada 🇨🇦 vs Republic of Ireland 🇮🇪 |
| Competition | International Friendly – Pre-World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Friday, June 5, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 19:30 ET / 23:30 UTC / 00:30 BST June 6 / 04:30 PKT June 6 |
| Venue | Stade Saputo, Montreal, Canada |
| Capacity | 19,619 |
| Canada FIFA Ranking | 30th |
| Republic of Ireland FIFA Ranking | 59th |
| Canada WC Group | Group B – Qatar, Switzerland, Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Republic of Ireland WC Status | Not WC 2026 qualified |
| Canada Manager | Jesse Marsch |
| Republic of Ireland Manager | Heimir Hallgrimsson |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Canada vs Republic of Ireland Team News
Canada News
Canada’s World Cup squad gives Jesse Marsch a near-tournament group for the final Montreal test. Canada Soccer confirmed the squad after a primetime reveal, with Davies, David, Buchanan, Eustaquio, Osorio, Larin, and Shaffelburg among the important names. The Uzbekistan win also gave Marsch a useful reference point before this last friendly.
Davies has been managed carefully after his recent fitness issues, so his minutes should be watched rather than assumed. David remains the central attacking reference, while Eustaquio gives Canada the control Marsch needs before Group B. Canada can still rotate late because the World Cup opener arrives seven days later. Official starting XIs are yet to be confirmed.
Republic of Ireland Team News
Republic of Ireland travel with Hallgrimsson still reshaping the side after World Cup qualification ended. The 1-0 win over Qatar gave Ireland a clean result against a World Cup-bound opponent, with captain Nathan Collins scoring early. Kelleher, Collins, O’Shea, Cullen, Knight, Ogbene, Azaz, Johnston, and Parrott give Ireland a strong spine for the June trip.
Jack Moylan’s red card against Qatar could affect selection if Hallgrimsson wants a cleaner attacking structure in Montreal. Ireland may still mix experience with younger players because the match sits outside tournament pressure. Parrott’s movement and Collins’ set-piece threat should remain important. Official starters are yet to be confirmed.
Goals and Key Events
Confirmed goals, cards, substitutions, and major match events will be added once available. Event entries should include minute, player, team, and event type when those details are verified. If a detail cannot be verified, it should stay out of the timeline.
The first key marker will be whether Canada score before halftime. An early home goal would let Marsch manage minutes before the World Cup opener. A scoreless first half would give Ireland a stronger chance to slow the match into a low-margin friendly.
Canada vs Republic of Ireland Recent Form
Canada enter with a recent win over Uzbekistan and a squad already shaped for Group B. Ireland arrive after beating Qatar 1-0 in Dublin, with Collins’ early goal giving Hallgrimsson a clean defensive reference. The form lines point to a competitive friendly rather than a routine send-off.
| Team | Last 5 Form | Latest Match |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | W-D-D-W-D | 2-0 win vs Uzbekistan |
| Republic of Ireland | W-L-W-W-L | 1-0 win vs Qatar |
Canada vs Republic of Ireland Match Report
The match report will update after full time with the final score, verified goals, tactical themes, and substitution notes. Pre-match evidence points toward Canada control because Marsch has home advantage and a World Cup squad in place. Ireland can still make the report competitive if they keep the first half tight.
Canada need a professional performance more than a high-risk friendly. Ireland need clean defensive spacing and useful minutes for players outside tournament pressure. The final score should show whether Canada are ready to carry momentum into the Bosnia and Herzegovina opener.
Where to Watch Canada vs Republic of Ireland Highlights
Highlights information should come from official broadcasters after the match. The live stream post carries legal viewing notes and channel information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Canada vs Republic of Ireland live score?
The match has not started, so the score is 0-0 until the synced card updates.
When is Canada vs Republic of Ireland?
The match is on Friday, June 5, 2026.
What time is Canada vs Republic of Ireland?
Kickoff is 19:30 ET / 23:30 UTC / 00:30 BST June 6 / 04:30 PKT June 6.
Are the Canada vs Republic of Ireland lineups confirmed?
No. Official starting XIs are yet to be confirmed.
Who are Canada playing next?
Canada open World Cup Group B against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
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