| Canada wins | Draw | Bosnia and Herzegovina wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1.783 | 3.665 | 4.68 |
| Canada | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|
All Competitions | All Competitions |
LAST GAME: | LAST GAME: |
Event Details
- Date and Time: Friday, June 12, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Venue: BMO Field, Toronto, Canada
- Competition: World Cup
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | Friday, June 12, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT |
| Canada odds | -122 |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina odds | +372 |
| Draw | +265 |
| Over 2 | -154 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina Preview and Team News
Canada Team News
With home support during the group phase of the 2026 World Cup, the expectation is that Canada can reach the knockout stage for the first time. Les Rouges have lost each of their six previous outings in this competition, so this will be a huge occasion for everyone at BMO Field.
They warmed up for the tournament with a 2-0 friendly win over Uzbekistan, followed by a 1-1 draw against Ireland. Poor finishing cost them in the second match, with Jesse Marsch’s side hitting the target with only two of their 21 attempts.
Marsch favors a high-pressing style, which means star striker Jonathan David is expected to contribute plenty off the ball, while also serving as the team’s primary attacking threat. The co-hosts will be hoping Stephen Eustáquio and Ismaël Koné can impose themselves in midfield and take control of the game.
Captain Alphonso Davies remains a major injury doubt, so Richie Laryea and Liam Millar should team up on the left flank. Defender Moïse Bombito is also sidelined.
Canada predicted lineup vs Bosnia & Herzegovina (4-4-2): Crépeau; Laryea, Cornelius, de Fougerolles, Johnston; Millar, Eustáquio, Koné, Buchanan; David, Larin.
Bosnia & Herzegovina Team News
This is only the second time that Bosnia & Herzegovina have qualified for the World Cup. They’ll also have ambitions of bettering their group-stage exit in 2014 in Brazil. Captain Edin Džeko is a survivor from that squad, although the 40-year-old is a fitness concern heading into the opening game this time around.
Ermedin Demirović will therefore be expected to provide the chief attacking threat. However, Sergej Barbarez’s side have looked short on creativity in recent matches. They’ve scored just three goals in four outings in 2026.
Zmajevi warmed up for their campaign in North America with uninspiring friendly draws against North Macedonia and Panama.
Haris Tabaković is a confirmed injury absentee for matchday one in Toronto. Barbarez is expected to mirror Canada’s 4-4-2 system, with his approach likely to be conservative. He often sets up with two defensively-minded central midfielders tasked with protecting an organized back four.
Bosnia & Herzegovina predicted lineup vs Canada (4-4-2): Vasilj; Kolašinac, Muharemović, Katić, Dedić; Alajbegović, Hadžiahmetović, Tahirović, Bajraktarević; Baždar, Demirović.
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina Prediction
- Pick: Canada to win
- Odds: -122 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Canada 1-0 Bosnia & Herzegovina
Bosnia & Herzegovina did brilliantly to advance from tough play-off ties against Wales and Italy in March, but their preparation for the World Cup has been far from ideal.
Džeko remains their leader and key target man, but he may not be ready for this clash. His absence would make it much harder for the underdogs to hold up the ball in attack.
Canada’s aggressive, pressing approach could therefore be quite effective. While they will need to work hard to open up a disciplined Bosnian backline, Marsch’s team should have enough energy out wide and up front to force mistakes and secure an opening victory.
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 goals
- Odds: -141 (20Bet)
Both sides may be hampered by a lack of creative options at this World Cup, and their recent results suggest this will be a tight, low-scoring contest. Eight of the last nine Canada matches have produced two or fewer goals. Meanwhile, all of the previous five Bosnia & Herzegovina fixtures have ended either 0-0 or 1-1.
The stakes will be incredibly high on Friday afternoon at BMO Field, and players will be afraid of making mistakes. Caution may prevail, particularly given Barbarez would surely settle for a draw from this opening encounter.
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- FOX, Telemundo (USA)
- TSN, CTV (Canada)
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