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Supersub Cyle Larin rescues point for Canada against Bosnia and Herzegovina

“History is about to be made,” the understandably giddy stadium announcer said in the seconds before kick-off and while this was not the perfect start, Canada will not forget Cyle Larin’s equaliser against Bosnia and Herzegovina in a hurry.

Supersub Cyle Larin rescues point for Canada against Bosnia and Herzegovina

TL;DR

  • Cyle Larin scored an equalizer with his first touch, just 121 seconds after being substituted into the game.
  • This draw marks Canada's first point at a World Cup.
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina took the lead with a first-half header from Jovo Lukic.
  • Notable attendees included Ryan Reynolds and Connor McDavid.
  • Pre-game entertainment featured Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette.
  • Canada missed several key scoring opportunities before Larin's goal.