Canada aims to impress as World Cup co-hosts in 2026
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Canada is set to play their opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto. This marks Canada’s third appearance in the men's World Cup finals, with hopes high for their strongest squad yet. The team, previously eliminated in Qatar 2022, seeks a better outcome at home. Despite struggles in recent competitions, including a disappointing Gold Cup exit, expectations have risen with a supportive home crowd. Concerns remain about player availability, particularly for captain Alphonso Davies, who is recovering from injury.
- •Canada opens the World Cup against Bosnia-Herzegovina on June 13.
- •This is Canada's third World Cup appearance, having previously competed in 1986 and 2022.
- •The team seeks to build on a disappointing performance in Qatar 2022.
- •Recent friendlies yielded mixed results; goals have been scarce.
- •Alphonso Davies' fitness remains a key concern ahead of the tournament.
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — 'Best Canada team ever' bid to shine at home World Cup
- 6:12 AMBBC Sport — 'Best Canada team ever' bid to shine at home World Cup
"Amid political turbulence in the US and talk of moving matches out of Mexico, it can be forgotten that there is a third co-host of the 2026 World Cup. Canada hope it will be their time to shine.
"Amid political turbulence in the US and talk of moving matches out of Mexico, it can be forgotten that there is a third co-host of the 2026 World Cup. Canada hope it will be their time to shine.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 6:15 AM'Best Canada team ever' bid to shine at home World Cup
Amid political turbulence in the US and talk of moving matches out of Mexico, it can be forgotten that there is a third co-host of the 2026 World Cup. Canada hope it will be their time to shine.
- BBC SportJun 12, 2026, 6:12 AM'Best Canada team ever' bid to shine at home World Cup
Amid political turbulence in the US and talk of moving matches out of Mexico, it can be forgotten that there is a third co-host of the 2026 World Cup. Canada hope it will be their time to shine.
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