Canada opened their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a spirited comeback, earning a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in front of a packed home crowd in Toronto.
The hosts started confidently but were stunned midway through the first half when Jovo Lukic put Bosnia ahead. The visitors defended well after taking the lead, frustrating Canada and taking a 1-0 advantage into the break.
Backed by vocal home support, Canada came out with greater urgency in the second half and spent long periods pressing for an equaliser. Their persistence finally paid off in the 78th minute when substitute Cyle Larin found the net shortly after coming on.
The goal sparked celebrations around the stadium and lifted the hosts, who continued pushing forward in search of a winner. Canada created several late chances, with Larin coming close to scoring again, but Bosnia held firm to secure a share of the points.
While Canada may be disappointed not to have claimed victory after dominating much of the second half, the result gives the co-hosts a positive start to the tournament and keeps them firmly in the hunt for a place in the knockout rounds.
For Bosnia and Herzegovina, the draw was a valuable result against the tournament hosts. Their disciplined defensive display and ability to withstand sustained pressure earned them a hard-fought point.
The match also marked a memorable moment for Canadian football, as the national team collected its first point at a FIFA World Cup. With the pressure of the opening game now behind them, Canada will look to build momentum when they return to action in their next group-stage fixture.
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