Excitement is building in Toronto as Canada prepares to kick off their 2026 World Cup against Bosnia. The host nation is seeking their first ever World Cup victory, while Bosnia believes they will be the underdog winners and seize an advantage in the group. We offer the confirmed lineups and the latest team news for this World Cup matchday 2 clash.
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Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
Date: Friday, June 12th, 2026
Venue: Toronto, Canada (BMO Field)
Kick Off: 15:00 local time in Toronto
Referee: Facundo Tello
Current Odds: Canada 1.8, Draw 3.5, Bosnia 4.6
Canada Team News
Canadian manager Jesse Marsch expressed that he wished his team had more time to be healthy and fit in the final pre-match press conference. Still he told the media he has confidence in Canada’s “golden generation” of players, he’s been given the opportunity to manage. “This group is the best representation of the country; they’re impeccable in their character, they’re impeccable in their work ethic and commitment to each other”
Bosnia Team News
An entire nation is holding its breath as to whether 40-year-old Edin Dzeko will be fit to lead Bosnia in their opening match. Dzeko is the heart and soul of his country. Manager Sergej Barbarez stated pre-match “I love this game between David and Goliath,” Barbarez said. “We play with our hearts and that has been our advantage.” “Edin will be with us tomorrow,” Barbarez said. “Edin will be playing just as usual.”
However, Dzeko was not named to the starting lineup for the first game.
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Canada Confirmed Lineup (4-4-2)
GK; Maxime Crepeau
Defenders: Alistair Johnston, Derek Cornelius, Luc de Fourgerolles, Richie Laryea
Midfield: Tajon Buchanan, Ismael Kone, Stephen Eustaquio, Liam Millar
Forwards: Jonathan David and Tani Oluwaseyi
Crepeau secures the starting goalkeeper spot, while Tani Oluwaseyi gets the nod to pair with Jonathan David in the striker role. The man from Villarreal is a bit of a surprise addition.
Bosnia Confirmed Lineup (4-4-2)
GK: Nikola Vasilj
Defenders: Amar Dedic, Tarik Muharmeovic, Nikola Katic, Sead Kolasnic
Midfield: Esmir Bajraktarevic, Benjamin Tahirovic, Ivan Basic, Amar Memic
Forwards: Ermedin Demirovic, Jovo Lukic
With Dzeko not starting, a young Jovo Lukic steps in to the striker role. He plays his club football in Romania.
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