Does Liam Millar play today? Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup By Janderson Luiz
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Liam Millar has a great opportunity to shine this Friday (12). The 26-year-old striker, from Hull City, should be a starter for the Canadian team in their debut against Bosnia and Herzegovina, at BMO Field, in Toronto, in the first round of Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Born in Toronto and raised in Brampton, he represents the local connection with the fans and the speed that Jesse Marsch seeks in attack.
Millar has more than 41 caps for the CanMNT, with a presence in the 2022 World Cup and in fourth place in the 2024 Copa América. After overcoming a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury, he is enjoying a good phase at Hull City, a club promoted to the Premier League, where he plays as a left winger or striker. His ability to create chances and dribble is a key piece for the host team in search of its first World Cup victory.
Overcoming and winning mentality
Millar’s journey began early: at the age of 12, he moved to England to join Fulham’s academy. He has overcome injuries and challenges to establish himself in Europe, with spells at Basel and now Hull City. Marsch highlighted his resilience and ability to contribute both in creation and in defensive recomposition.
Raised in Brampton, Ontario, with family roots in football, Millar is proud to play in a World Cup at home. He sees the tournament as the culmination of a career built with dedication since childhood playing local teams.
Bosnia faces speed on the flanks
Bosnia and Herzegovina, 64th in the FIFA rankings, arrive motivated after the UEFA playoffs and could suffer from the speed of Millar, Tajon Buchanan and Jonathan David on the flanks. Canada, 30th in the rankings, counts on him to explore spaces and put pressure on the European defense in the group that still includes Qatar and Switzerland.
Probable lineups and absences
Canada (4-4-2):Crépeau; Johnston, Cornelius, De Fougerolles, Laryea; Buchanan, Eustaquio, Koné, Millar; David, Larin. Alphonso Davies and Moïse Bombito are absent.
Bosnia (4-4-2):Vasilj; Dedić, Katić, Muharemović, Kolašinac; Bajraktarević, Bašić, Tahirović, Memić; Demirović, Baždar.
The referee is Facundo Tello (Argentina). The match starts at 4pm (Brasília time).
Where to watch live
The broadcast in Brazil is from CazéTV on YouTube. In Canada, the game has widespread coverage on local channels and FOX.
