World Cup 2026 Day 2: Canada and USA Kick Off Campaigns
Published June 12, 2026
Following an eventful opening day, the FIFA World Cup 2026 shifts focus to Groups B and D as co-hosts Canada and the United States begin their tournament journeys.
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues its exciting start, moving into its second day of competition with two more host nations set to make their debut. After an opening day that delivered drama and goals, attention now turns to Group B and Group D fixtures, featuring Canada and the United States respectively, as the tournament progresses across North America.
Day one saw co-host Mexico claim a 2-0 victory over South Africa in Mexico City, with Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez finding the net. The match was also notable for Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio issuing three red cards, sparking considerable discussion. Elsewhere, South Korea mounted a comeback to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1, showcasing their resilience after an early setback and capitalizing on numerous opportunities.
Today's action will see Canada, one of the three co-hosts for this 48-team global spectacle, take to the field in Toronto for their Group B clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina. While the Canadians will undoubtedly benefit from strong home support, Bosnia and Herzegovina are also anticipated to have a significant backing, owing to a substantial diaspora presence in North America. Later, the United States will commence their World Cup campaign in a Group D encounter against Paraguay, as the tournament, spanning June to July 2026 across 16 venues in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, truly gets into full swing.