Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to content IndependentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our app AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCanada: Bosnian fans march through Toronto ahead of World Cup clash with Canada.Co-hosts Canada secured a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their World Cup 2026 opener in Toronto. Jesse Marsch's team initially fell behind after Jovo Lukic scored a first-half header for Bosnia. Substitute Cyle Larin equalized for Canada with a spectacular half-volley in the later stages of the match. Canada pressed for a winning goal in the final moments, with Larin nearly scoring again in stoppage time. This draw marks the first time Canada has avoided defeat in a World Cup match in their history. In fullCanada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina LIVE: Cyle Larin gives co-hosts World Cup 2026 lift-off in thrilling stalemate in TorontoThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Toronto is the stage as Jesse Marsch’s side get stuck into a World Cup on home soil.

Co-hosts Canada open their Group B campaign with a match against Bosnia-Herzegovnia who will still be relishing their win against Italy in the playoffs