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Canada opens Group B against Bosnia with Davies on the bench

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

100% centerFirst reported by Mako · Jun 12, 2026
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What happened

Canada opened Group B in Toronto against Bosnia, with Alphonso Davies unavailable and Edin Dzeko named only on the bench. Maxime Crepeau started in goal for Canada, while Jonathan David and Armin Dedic led the attacks for the two sides.

  • 01Canada wants to avoid a record seventh defeat in seven World Cup games.
  • 02Alphonso Davies is in the squad but cannot yet play.
  • 03Maxime Crepeau starts in goal after missing the previous World Cup.
  • 04Edin Dzeko returns from injury but begins the match on the bench.
  • 05The game is at BMO Field in Toronto, officiated by Facundo Tello.

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WallaCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Canada opens Group B against Bosnia with Davies on the bench
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Davis ruled out as Canada opens World Cup against Bosnia
N12Center · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Davis Ruled Out as Canada Opens World Cup Against Bosnia

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