The second day of the FIFA World Cup 2026 unfolded on Friday, 12 June, showcasing United States, alongside an exciting match between South Korea and the Czech Republic.
Canada v Bosnia and Herzegovina
Canada faced off against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their opening match. The hosts found themselves trailing after Jovo Lukić struck for Bosnia in the 20th minute. Despite a spirited performance in front of a passionate home crowd, it wasn’t until the 77th minute that Canada found the equaliser, courtesy of Cyle Larin, earning them a hard-fought point.
United States v Paraguay
In a display of dominance, the United States made a significant statement in their opener against Paraguay, winning 4–1. The match started with an early own goal from Paraguay’s Damián Bobadilla, setting the tone for an impressive performance by the Americans. Folarin Balogun
Upcoming Matches
Saturday, 13 June 2026
- Qatar vs Switzerland (Group B) – 8:00 pm BST at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Santa Clara, USA).
- Brazil vs Morocco (Group C) – 11:00 pm BST at New York New Jersey Stadium (East Rutherford, USA).
