Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has pointed to the atmosphere generated by the home support in Toronto as a decisive factor in his side's historic first-ever point at a World Cup, earned in a draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Marsch described the crowd as creating a genuinely hostile environment — one that galvanised the players and helped Canada hold their ground against their opponents. The head coach suggested that kind of intense home backing is exactly what Canada will need as they continue their World Cup campaign on home soil.

The result marks a milestone for Canadian football, as the national team had never previously taken a point at a FIFA World Cup. The Toronto faithful played a significant role in making it possible, according to Marsch, who was keen to highlight the supporters' contribution alongside his players' effort on the pitch.

Canada are using the 2026 FIFA World Cup — co-hosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico — as a stage to prove themselves on the world's biggest platform. With home venues providing passionate crowds, Marsch has made clear that he views the fans as a critical weapon in Canada's arsenal throughout the tournament.