Canada draws 1-1 against Bosnia, secures first World Cup point

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Canada draws 1-1 against Bosnia, secures first World Cup point
Summary

Canada earned its first ever World Cup point with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina on June 12, 2026, in Toronto. Jovo Lukic opened the scoring for Bosnia in the 21st minute with a close-range header. Canada struggled with finishing but found an equalizer in the 78th minute when Cyle Larin scored just two minutes after coming off the bench. The game saw Canada create numerous chances, including two efforts cleared off the line. The match remains important as Canada continues its campaign in FIFA World Cup Group B.

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  • Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina played to a 1-1 draw in Toronto.
  • Jovo Lukic scored for Bosnia in the first half.
  • Cyle Larin equalized for Canada late in the game.
  • Canada had several missed opportunities throughout the match.
  • Attendance at the match was 43,002.
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  • 10:20 PMYahoo SportsCanada World Cup history: Jesse Marsch leads CanMNT to first World cup point via Bosnia and Herzegovina draw
  • 9:24 PMYahoo SportsCanada draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn first ever World Cup point
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Co-hosts Canada grabbed a second-half equaliser to draw 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday in the first World Cup finals game ever played on Canadian soil.Canada had the majority of play in the first half but failed to generate any real chances.

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Canada claimed their first ever World Cup point as the co-hosts came from behind to rescue a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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