Late goal against Bosnia
Hollywood stars see Canada’s first World Cup point
June 12, 2026 – 11:52 p.mReading time: 1 min.
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Canada fights to a draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina. There are some familiar faces in the audience.
First appearance for Canada as co-host at the 2026 World Cup. In an exciting game, coach Jesse Marsch’s team fought for a 1-1 (0-1) draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina – but missed numerous chances and was unable to convert the superiority that had been played out over long stretches into further goals. Nevertheless, the complete false start to the tournament was avoided. And: The very first point was finally scored in the third tournament participation.
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Some Canadian Hollywood stars also followed the game up close: Actor Ryan Reynolds (“Deadpool”) and comedian Mike Myers (“Austin Powers”) were also in the audience among the 43,000 spectators in Toronto. Watched as Canada’s Cyle Larin scored a deserved equalizer in the final stages.
Even before kick-off, actor Will Arnett (“Arrested Development”) welcomed the spectators and opened a game with the flags of all 48 World Cup participants. Singer Michael Bublé, among others, impressed with his performance, while his colleague Alanis Morissette sang the Canadian national anthem.
Reynolds in particular is known as a football fan; since 2020, the 49-year-old has been the owner of the Welsh club Wrexham together with his colleague Rob McElhenny; the club narrowly missed promotion to the Premier League last season.