Canada will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the opening match of Group B at the 2026 World Cup on June 12 in Toronto, according to official tournament schedules. The match is set for 21:00 and represents a bid for the Canadian team to secure a historic point in the first round of the competition.
Who is competing in the Group B opener?
The match features the Canadian national team hosting Bosnia and Herzegovina. According to reports from iSport.cz, the Bosnian squad includes veteran player Edin Džeko. There is currently uncertainty regarding the Canadian lineup, specifically whether Mahmič will start the match, according to the same source.
What are the team’s expectations for the tournament?
Canadian players have expressed confidence in their ability to progress beyond the initial stages of the competition. In a statement reported by ČT sport, Memič emphasized the significance of the event and the team’s goals:

“The World Cup is every footballer’s dream; we believe in our chances of advancing.”
Memič
According to Sport.cz, Canada views this opening match as a critical opportunity to earn a historic point before facing other Group B opponents, including Italy.
Where and when will the match take place?
The game is scheduled for June 12, 2026, at 21:00 in Toronto. This fixture serves as the first round of Group B play, according to data provided by Sport.cz and iDNES.cz.