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Scott Stinson: Canada wins first-ever World Cup point in draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina (opens original article in a new tab)

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Canada earned its first-ever World Cup point with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, despite missing star player Alphonso Davies and facing a tough Bosnian side that had eliminated Italy.

  • Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina in their first-ever World Cup game on Canadian soil
  • Cyle Larin scored the equalizing goal in the 89th minute after being substituted late in the match
  • Alphonso Davies was absent due to a hamstring injury, affecting Canada's attacking options
  • The draw gives Canada a chance to advance to the knockout rounds if they beat Qatar next week
  • Bosnia-Herzegovina had previously knocked out Italy to qualify for the World Cup

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