Canada denied penalty after collision with Bosnia goalie in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
During a World Cup match on June 12, Canada faced a controversial incident when goalkeeper Nikola Vaslij of Bosnia and Herzegovina collided with Canadian player Tani Oluwaseyi. The collision resulted in a punch from Vaslij to Oluwaseyi's head, but the referee did not call a foul. Although Vaslij initially made contact with the ball, the incident raised questions about player safety and officiating decisions. Canada was left without a penalty despite the clear impact of the collision.
- •Collision occurred during the June 12 World Cup match.
- •Bosnia goalie Nikola Vaslij punched Canadian player Tani Oluwaseyi.
- •Referee ruled no foul was committed despite the collision.
- •Vaslij made contact with the ball before striking Oluwaseyi.
- •Decision sparked debate over player safety and officiating.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Why Canada wasn't given a penalty after punch by Bosnia goalie to Canadian head
"This seems like a tough break for Canada in the World Cup.
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