Canada Draws 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina at World Cup 2026; Larin Scores

Co-host nation Canada battled to a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held at BMO Field. Forward Cyle Larin emerged as the hero for the North American side, striking late in the second half to level the score and ensure both teams walked away with a crucial point from the encounter.

The match saw Bosnia-Herzegovina take the lead through Jovo Lukic, who capitalized on a corner to head home from close range. This marked a significant moment for Bosnia, registering their first World Cup goal since the 2014 tournament. Despite early opportunities for Canada, including an attempt by Luc de Fougerolles, they struggled to convert their chances into goals for much of the game, with Jonathan David also creating but failing to finish key plays.

For Canada, a nation co-hosting the expanded 48-team tournament alongside the USA and Mexico, the draw means their quest for a maiden World Cup victory continues. Having now played multiple matches at the pinnacle of international football, the team remains eager to break their winless streak. Both Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina now sit with one point each as the group stage progresses.