In their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, co-hosts Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina, securing their first ever FIFA World Cup point.
Canada had previously participated in the FIFA World Cup in 1986 and 2022, losing all 6 matches across both tournaments, conceding 12 goals and scoring only 2.
In this FIFA World Cup, as one of the co-hosts, Canada faced Bosnia and Herzegovina in their first match. After conceding an early goal, Canada equalized through Larin, ultimately drawing 1-1 with their opponent and earning their first ever FIFA World Cup point.