Energetik-BGU Overview

Larin proves clutch, David's slump reaches worrying levels

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.

Larin bails out dire David to earn Canada first World Cup point

Cyle Larin came off the bench to spare Jonathan David's blushes by earning Canada a 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in their 2026 World Cup opener on Friday. The Canucks were the better side for the majority of the match but looked set to slump to a seventh consecutive finals defeat after Lovo Jukic headed in a near-post flick from Sead Kolasinac midway through the first half.

Canada v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

Bayern star Davies ruled out of Canada's World Cup opener

Canada captain Alphonso Davies has been ruled out of his country’s World Cup opening fixture against Bosnia-Herzegovina. Head coach Jesse Marsch confirmed that the Bayern Munich left-back is still recovering from a hamstring injury sustained in May. Despite the massive setback, the co-hosts remain hopeful of his return later in the group stage.

Wales v Bosnia and Herzegovina - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO Play-off

Where to watch Bosnia and Herzegovina today?

Find out where to watch the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team throughout FIFA World Cup 2026.

Can the Davids deliver goals for Canada? Five keys vs. Bosnia

Canada's World Cup opener is here. Can Jonathan David, Promise David and Jesse Marsch's deep squad overcome injuries and start strong vs. Bosnia?

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations will make debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan set to grace the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It will be the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and all will have ambitions of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
10	Peoria City	4	3	1	0	10	5	5	10	W D W W
10	Lorain County Leviathan	5	3	1	1	10	7	3	10	W W W L D
13	Sunflower State	5	3	0	2	9	10	-1	9	W W L W L
16	River Light FC	6	2	2	2	10	8	2	8	D W W L D
16	Santafe Wanderers	5	2	2	1	7	5	2	8	D W L D W

Larin proves clutch, David's slump reaches worrying levels

Larin bails out dire David to earn Canada first World Cup point

Bayern star Davies ruled out of Canada's World Cup opener

Where to watch Bosnia and Herzegovina today?

Can the Davids deliver goals for Canada? Five keys vs. Bosnia

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Standings

Major League Soccer

Betting spotlight