Has Joel Waterman played in a World Cup before?

Canada has appeared in 3 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Joel Waterman's full international history.

What position does Joel Waterman play?

Joel Waterman plays as a defender for Canada at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Canada in at the 2026 World Cup?

Canada are in Group B at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia.

When does Canada play at the World Cup?

Canada's first match is on 2026-06-12 against Bosnia at BMO Field, Toronto.

Joel Waterman – Canada | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Joel Waterman

Joel Robert Waterman

Date of BirthJanuary 24, 1996 (age 30)

Place of BirthLangley, Canada

Height / Weight185 / 77

PositionDefender

Current ClubChicago Fire

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Major League Soccer	10	0	0
Friendlies	2	0	0
Leagues Cup	3	0	0
CONCACAF Gold Cup	2	0	0
Canadian Championship	2	1	0
Major League Soccer	18	0	1
CONCACAF Nations League	4	0	0
All Competitions	41	1	1

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Group B →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Switzerland	3	2	1	0	4	7
2	Canada	3	1	1	1	5	4
3	Bosnia	3	1	1	1	-1	4
4	Qatar	3	0	1	2	-8	1

2026-06-12Canada vs BosniaBMO Field, Toronto→2026-06-18Canada vs QatarBC Place, Vancouver→2026-06-24Switzerland vs CanadaBC Place, Vancouver→

2026 tournament outlook

Joel Waterman will represent Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Canada have been drawn in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-12 against Bosnia at BMO Field, Toronto. As a defender, Waterman will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Canada's best World Cup finish is Group stage (2022). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Canada at the 2026 World Cup

Joel Waterman is part of the Canada squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Jesse Marsch, alongside M. Crépeau, N. Abatneh, A. Ahmed, and M. Aiyenero among the key players.

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