Co-hosts Canada fought back to earn a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their opening Group B match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BMO Field in Toronto.
The result handed Canada their first-ever point at the World Cup finals and extended their unbeaten run to nine matches.
Bosnia started brightly and nearly took the lead inside three minutes when Amar Memic found space from a deep free-kick delivery, but he fired over the bar.
Jovo Lukic also went close moments later before Canada created their first meaningful opportunity through Jonathan David.
The Juventus forward failed to trouble goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj with his effort. Bosnia made Canada pay for that miss in the 21st minute.
Ivan Basic’s corner was flicked on by Sead Kolasinac at the near post and Lukic was on hand to nod the ball home from close range for his first senior international goal. Canada responded positively but struggled to create clear openings before the break.
Their best chance fell to Tani Oluwaseyi, who turned his marker well but could not keep his finish under control as Bosnia carried a 1-0 lead into half-time. Both sides threatened after the restart.
Ermedin Demirovic tested Maxime Crepeau before Vasilj denied Oluwaseyi at the other end following a skilful run.
Canada thought they had found an equaliser when Richie Laryea rounded the goalkeeper, but Bosnia captain Kolasinac produced a remarkable goal-line clearance to keep his side ahead.
Demirovic then missed an opportunity to double Bosnia’s lead after being denied by Crepeau in a one-on-one situation.
The hosts continued to push forward and were again frustrated when Nikola Katic cleared an Oluwaseyi header off the line with 20 minutes remaining.
Canada finally found a breakthrough in the closing stages after head coach Jesse Marsch introduced Cyle Larin from the bench.
The Southampton forward made an immediate impact, latching onto a clever flick from substitute Promise David before firing home the equaliser to spark celebrations among the home supporters.
either side could find a winning goal in the closing minutes as the points were shared in Toronto.
The draw leaves both teams with a point after the opening round of Group B fixtures. Canada will next face Qatar in Vancouver, while Bosnia and Herzegovina travel to Los Angeles to take on Switzerland.
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