World Cup 2026: Canada draws 1-1 with Bosnia Herzegovina
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina drew 1-1 in a tense World Cup 2026 qualifier match in Toronto.
- Bosnia Herzegovina took the lead in the 21st minute with a goal from Jovo Lukic.
- Canada equalized in the second half through substitute Cyle Larin, who scored just two minutes after coming on.
Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina shared the points in an intense World Cup 2026 Group B match, ending in a 1-1 draw in Toronto. The Balkan team surprised the hosts by opening the scoring in the 21st minute with a goal from Jovo Lukic, seizing the lead while Canada seemed to be controlling the game.
In the second half, the Canadian team came out with renewed energy, creating chances from the wings and set pieces. However, they lacked the necessary precision to find the equalizer. The breakthrough came from the bench when coach Jesse Marsh brought on Cyle Larin in the 76th minute.
Larin proved to be an immediate impact substitute, scoring a spectacular goal just two minutes after entering the field, leveling the score at 1-1. Canada continued to push for a winning goal, but time ran out, leaving both teams with one point each. Canada's next match is scheduled for June 19 against Qatar, while Bosnia will face Switzerland on June 18.
Originally published by TVN Panamรก in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.