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Canada 1, Bosnia-Herzegovina 1: Larin rescues late draw for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina

The lead

June 12, 2026 — BMO Field, Toronto, Canada — Larin rescues late draw for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina. Substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned a first point in their third World Cup appearance -- and first on home soil -- by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday.

How the match unfolded

This Group B match ended 1-1 between Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina in regulation on the official ESPN match center. Canada seized early momentum when Jovo Lukic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) header from very close range to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Sead Kolasinac with a headed pass following a corner. in the 21'. The final swing came in the 78' when Cyle Larin (Canada) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Promise David.. 43,002 fans were in the building at BMO Field.

Key passages from the live ESPN commentary feed:

  • Tarik Muharemovic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) wins a free kick on the left wing.
  • Foul by Promise David (Canada).
  • Foul by Nikola Katic (Bosnia and Herzegovina).
  • Cyle Larin (Canada) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
  • Nikola Katic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
  • Attempt blocked. Cyle Larin (Canada) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Richie Laryea.
  • Second Half ends, Canada 1, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1.
  • Goal-by-goal

  • 21'Bosnia-Herzegovina: Jovo Lukic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) header from very close range to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Sead Kolasinac with a headed pass following a corner.
  • 78'Canada: Cyle Larin (Canada) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Promise David.
  • Cards, fouls, and controversy

    Substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned a first point in their third World Cup appearance -- and first on home soil -- by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday.

    Bookings: 5 yellow cards were issued per the official match log.

    What it means in the tournament

    Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina split the points in Group B. In a 48-team World Cup, a draw reshapes the group table and can swing who advances as a third-place side.

    What comes next

    Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina remain in Group B with one point each and turn to their final group fixtures on the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule.

    *Sources: ESPN match center, ESPN match feed, FIFA World Cup 2026. AthX covers MLB trading; this recap is for World Cup fans following the North America tournament. Information only; not financial advice.*

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