Cyle Larin proves his worth, but can Jonathan David snap out of his slump? Winners and losers from Canada's 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina
Canada secured its first-ever men's World Cup point following a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. While the team struggled with finishing, substitute Cyle Larin scored a late equalizer to salvage the result in front of a massive home crowd.
Why it matters
This match marks a significant milestone for Canadian men's soccer as the nation hosts its first World Cup games, signaling a shift in the country's sporting culture.
Canada finally have their first men’s World Cup point, but after Cyle Larin’s late rescue act against Bosnia and Herzegovina, GOAL picks winners and losers from a tense opener.
The report provides a standard sports analysis of match performance and atmosphere without political bias.
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