FIFA.com has confirmed the Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina lineups for Match 3 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B schedule. The match is being played at Toronto Stadium in Toronto on Friday, June 12, 2026. Canada have Alphonso Davies available on the bench rather than in the starting XI, while Bosnia and Herzegovina have also held Edin Dzeko back among the substitutes. Those calls point to Canada opening with pace across a 4-4-2 front line and Bosnia trusting mobility over experience in the first whistle shape.
The official team sheets also settle two late selection debates around Canada's midfield balance and Bosnia's centre-forward role. Ismael Kone starts for Canada, while Jovo Lukic gets the nod up front for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Canada Confirmed Lineup
Jesse Marsch has confirmed a 4-4-2 shape, with Jonathan David and Tani Oluwaseyi starting together up front. Tajon Buchanan and Liam Millar give Canada width, while Stephen Eustaquio captains the side from midfield.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Maxime Crepeau |
| DEF | Alistair Johnston |
| DEF | Luc de Fougerolles |
| DEF | Derek Cornelius |
| DEF | Richie Laryea |
| MID | Tajon Buchanan |
| MID | Stephen Eustaquio |
| MID | Ismael Kone |
| MID | Liam Millar |
| FW | Jonathan David |
| FW | Tani Oluwaseyi |
Formation: 4-4-2.
Substitutes: Dayne St. Clair, Owen Goodman, Alfie Jones, Joel Waterman, Moise Bombito, Alphonso Davies, Niko Sigur, Mathieu Choiniere, Jacob Shaffelburg, Jonathan Osorio, Nathan Saliba, Cyle Larin, Ali Ahmed, Promise David, Jayden Nelson.
This confirmed Canada squad keeps David and Oluwaseyi together as a direct front pair and gives Buchanan freedom to attack the right side early. Eustaquio and Kone should control the first pass into midfield once Canada win the ball back.
The biggest official decision is Davies starting on the bench rather than from kickoff. Canada still carry pace and pressing energy, but the left side now leans more heavily on Millar and Laryea for early progression.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Confirmed Lineup
Sergej Barbarez has also confirmed a 4-4-2, but his opening choice is built around Jovo Lukic and Ermedin Demirovic rather than Edin Dzeko. Sead Kolasinac captains the side from defence, while Esmir Bajraktarevic and Amar Memic provide the wide running.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Nikola Vasilj |
| DEF | Nikola Katic |
| DEF | Tarik Muharemovic |
| DEF | Amar Dedic |
| DEF | Sead Kolasinac |
| MID | Benjamin Tahirovic |
| MID | Ivan Basic |
| MID | Amar Memic |
| MID | Esmir Bajraktarevic |
| FW | Ermedin Demirovic |
| FW | Jovo Lukic |
Formation: 4-4-2.
Substitutes: Mladen Jurkas, Martin Zlomislic, Nihad Mujakic, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Stjepan Radeljic, Arjan Malic, Armin Gigovic, Ivan Sunjic, Amir Hadziahmetovic, Dzenis Burnic, Ermin Mahmic, Samed Bazdar, Edin Dzeko, Kerim Alajbegovic, Haris Tabakovic.
The confirmed Bosnia and Herzegovina squad keeps Vasilj behind an experienced back line and uses Demirovic's movement around Lukic from the start. Bajraktarevic and Memic should be the first wide outlets once Bosnia break Canada's pressure.
The main official surprise is Dzeko beginning on the bench. That choice gives Bosnia a younger opening front line and keeps a proven target forward in reserve if the match needs a different second-half profile.
Team News and Injury Report
The official FIFA lineups resolved the biggest pre-match questions on both sides. Canada have Davies available on the bench and trust de Fougerolles from the start, while Bosnia and Herzegovina have left Dzeko among the substitutes and started Lukic instead.
Those calls point to both coaches protecting important experience for later phases if needed. Canada still have several attacking changes available, and Bosnia have enough bench strength to alter the shape once Dzeko or Bazdar enter.
Latest lineup notes: Davies is fit enough for the bench, Kone starts in midfield, and Bosnia have saved Dzeko as a major second-half option.
| Player | Team | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphonso Davies | Canada | On bench | Named among the official FIFA substitutes |
| Ismael Kone | Canada | Starts | Selected in the confirmed starting XI |
| Edin Dzeko | Bosnia and Herzegovina | On bench | Available but not selected in the starting XI |
| Jovo Lukic | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Starts | Chosen to lead the line from kickoff |
Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina — Key Tactical Battle
The sharpest battle sits between Canada's first wave press and Bosnia's central outlet into Dzeko. Canada want Johnston and Eustaquio stepping forward early, while Bosnia need clean first touches from Dzeko to release Demirovic and Bajraktarevic.
Set pieces could still swing long stretches of this match because Bosnia bring more size into both boxes. Canada need clean rest defence, or second balls around Lukic, Katic, and Kolasinac will keep turning into pressure.
| Role | Canada | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|---|
| Corners | Tajon Buchanan, Stephen Eustaquio | Esmir Bajraktarevic, Benjamin Tahirovic |
| Direct free kicks | Stephen Eustaquio, Jonathan David | Benjamin Tahirovic, Ermedin Demirovic |
| Penalties | Jonathan David, Cyle Larin | Ermedin Demirovic, Edin Dzeko |
Dead-ball roles matter in an opener because rhythm can stay uneven for long spells. Bosnia usually gain more from that phase, so Canada need strong first contacts.
Match Details
| Key Info | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Kickoff Time | 3:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM UTC |
| Venue | Toronto Stadium, Toronto |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage |
| Referee | Facundo Tello |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the confirmed Canada lineup against Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Canada start Maxime Crepeau, Alistair Johnston, Luc de Fougerolles, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea, Tajon Buchanan, Stephen Eustaquio, Ismael Kone, Liam Millar, Jonathan David, and Tani Oluwaseyi.
Is Alphonso Davies available for Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Alphonso Davies is available for Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, but FIFA's official team sheet lists him among the substitutes rather than in the starting XI.
When does Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina start?
Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina starts at 3:00 PM ET on Friday, June 12, 2026. The match will be played at Toronto Stadium in Toronto.
What formation will Bosnia and Herzegovina use against Canada?
Bosnia and Herzegovina start in a 4-4-2 shape, with Jovo Lukic and Ermedin Demirovic in attack while Edin Dzeko begins on the bench.
The official FIFA team sheets confirm a more mobile Bosnia front line and a Canada side that still keeps Davies available in reserve.
Those two choices could shape the second half as much as the opening whistle.
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