Cyle Larin celebrates scoring Canada's equalizer in a 1-1 World Cup draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field.
Cyle Larin celebrates scoring Canada's equalizer in a 1-1 World Cup draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field.
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Canada earn first World Cup point in 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Cyle Larin scored late to secure a historic 1-1 draw for Canada against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their World Cup 2026 opener at Toronto's BMO Field on Friday.

Jovo Lukic gave Bosnia the lead in the 21st minute with a header from Sead Kolasinac's flick at a corner. Canada had dominated possession but struggled to convert chances until the second half.

Larin, who entered as a substitute, equalized in the 78th minute with a clinical finish after a give-and-go with Promise David. The goal marked Canada's first-ever point at a World Cup finals.

Canada coach Jesse Marsch urged his players during a water break to press for a winner against a tiring opponent. He later noted the team showed improvement after a tentative first half.

Both teams next play on Thursday, with Canada facing Qatar in Vancouver.

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Initial reactions on X highlight Canada's historic first World Cup point via Cyle Larin's late equalizer as a super-sub. Users express pride in the home draw, praise for Larin, and some analysis on substitutions. Sentiments are largely positive with excitement for the co-hosts.

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Canadian artists Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, and Alessia Cara performing to welcome the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto.
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Canadian artists welcome 2026 FIFA World Cup to Toronto

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Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé and Alessia Cara performed in Toronto on Friday to mark the arrival of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event preceded a match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Bosnia-Herzegovina advanced to the 2026 World Cup by beating Italy 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Zenica. Moise Kean gave Italy an early lead, but Haris Tabaković equalized late, and Bosnia held firm in extra time. Italy's Alessandro Bastoni was sent off before halftime, marking another failure to qualify for the tournament.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Wales 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off semi-final at Cardiff City Stadium. Daniel James scored a spectacular long-range goal for Wales, but Edin Dzeko equalized late for the visitors. Bosnia advances to face Italy in the final.

Viktor Gyokeres scored a late winner as Sweden beat Poland 3-2 to secure their place at this summer's World Cup. Czech Republic advanced past Denmark on penalties after a 2-2 draw, while Turkey defeated Kosovo 1-0. The three nations join Italy in booking spots for the tournament in North America.

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Sweden's women's national team ended its World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2–2 draw against Italy at Gamla Ullevi. The side has never missed a World Cup but must now contest a playoff in the autumn for a place at the 2027 tournament in Brazil.

Sweden's women's national football team faces a tough challenge in World Cup qualifying against Serbia at home in Solna on Saturday. After just one win in three qualifiers and a recent loss to Denmark, coach Tony Gustavsson is under pressure to deliver. Injured star Johanna Rytting Kaneryd could make a comeback.

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