Jesse Marsch and Esmir Bajraktarević share Wisconsin roots ahead of World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with Canada hosting Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12. Canadian head coach Jesse Marsch and Bosnian midfielder Esmir Bajraktarević both hail from Wisconsin. Marsch expressed pride in Bajraktarević's development as one of the state’s top players, emphasizing his crucial role in the match for Bosnia, alongside his notable recent performances.
- •Canada faces Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12 in the World Cup opener.
- •Jesse Marsch is the head coach for the Canadian national team.
- •Esmir Bajraktarević plays for Bosnia and Herzegovina, having switched allegiance from the U.S.
- •Bajraktarević scored the game-winning penalty kick against Italy to qualify for this World Cup.
- •Marsch praised Bajraktarević as one of the best players ever from Wisconsin.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup opener has Wisconsin flair
"Canadian national team head coach Jesse Marsch and Bosnia and Herzegovina midfielder Esmir Bajraktarević both called Wisconsin home in their youth.
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