Canada prepares for World Cup opening ceremony before Bosnia match

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Canada prepares for World Cup opening ceremony before Bosnia match
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Canada will kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12 at BMO Field in Toronto. The opening ceremony, featuring performances by artists including Michael Buble, begins at 6:30 PM BST. The tournament officially started on June 11 in Mexico, where another co-host secured a 2-0 victory over South Africa. This match is part of Group B, where Canada aims to secure their first win and take the lead in the group, facing Qatar and Switzerland in the upcoming matches.

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  • Canada opens World Cup campaign against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
  • Opening ceremony starts at 6:30 PM BST, featuring Michael Buble.
  • Tournament began on June 11, with a co-host winning 2-0.
  • Canada aims for first win in Group B before facing Qatar and Switzerland.
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Canada are one of the three host nations at the 2026 World Cup and kick off their campaign on Friday, June 12. The tournament got underway on Thursday in Mexico, with another of the co-hosts securing a 2-0 win over South Africa.

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