Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina played to a 1-1 draw in their Group B debut match of the World Cup co-hosted by Canada. Bosnia and Herzegovina appeared poised for victory throughout much of the game. Canadian striker Cyle Larin, entering as a substitute, scored a crucial equalizer late in the match. The draw provides Canada with a point in Group B standings. The game was described as a fast-paced and energetic contest. Larin’s goal salvaged a result for the co-hosts, preventing an opening-game defeat.