Canada vs Bosnia World Cup 2026: TV channel, kick-off time and how to watch
Canada vs Bosnia: World Cup 2026 TV channel and kick-off time

Canada will have the overwhelming support from the home crowd as they take on Bosnia in their World Cup 2026 opener. Jesse Marsch will aim to lead Canada to a win over Bosnia in front of their home crowd.

How to watch Canada vs Bosnia at the World Cup on Friday

Kick-off time

The World Cup Group B clash is set to take place on Friday, with the action officially getting under way at 8pm (BST).

Match location

Co-hosts Canada will enjoy home advantage at the Toronto Stadium, also widely known as BMO Field, in Toronto.

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United Kingdom television channel

UK viewers can watch the full match live on BBC One. Television broadcast coverage begins at 7pm, giving fans a complete hour of pre-match build-up and opening ceremony musical performances.

Live stream information

The fixture can be streamed with ease online or through dedicated mobile applications. The match is available to watch via the BBC iPlayer app and the BBC Sport website, though a valid UK TV licence will be required to log in and view the action.

Watching in the United States

American football fans have several network options depending on their language preference. English-language coverage will be broadcast live on Fox Sports, while Spanish-language coverage is being provided by Telemundo and Universo, both of which can also be streamed via Peacock.

United Kingdom radio coverage

For those on the move or who simply prefer to listen to the match, the BBC has it covered. Full live commentary and analysis will be broadcast nationwide on BBC Radio 5 Live.

Team news

Canada

Manager Jesse Marsch faces several significant selection headaches ahead of naming his starting XI. Moise Bombito is definitively sidelined with a leg injury, while captain Alphonso Davies remains a serious doubt owing to a persistent hamstring problem.

Bosnia

The visiting side are grappling with considerable fitness worries surrounding their attacking options. Veteran striker Edin Dzeko will undergo a late fitness assessment on a shoulder complaint, with fellow forward Haris Tabakovic also considered a major doubt to feature from the start.

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