Canada draws 1-1 with Bosnia in first men's World Cup match on home soil
Cyle Larin's late goal salvaged a tie in Toronto as Canada hosts the men's tournament for the first time. Next match: June 18 in Vancouver.
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Canada couldn't break through in its World Cup opener Friday, June 12, but avoided defeat with a dramatic late goal. Cyle Larin equalized in the 78th minute against Bosnia-Herzegovina at Toronto Stadium, rescuing a 1-1 draw after Jovo Lukic had put the visitors ahead with a 21st-minute header.
It was the first men's FIFA World Cup goal scored on Canadian soil—a historic moment in Canada's first time hosting the men's tournament. Falling behind early stung, but salvaging a point at home matters for the group stage.
Canada's next test is June 18 against Qatar in Vancouver. The team will need a stronger 90 minutes if it wants to climb the table.