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Late substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned its first point in its third World Cup appearance and first on home soil by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Friday.Playing in the shadow of Torontos iconic CN Tower, and in front of a sea of red Ca-na-da! chanting fans that included hockey star Connor McDavid and actor Ryan Reynolds, Larin converted Promise Davids pass a mere two minutes after entering the game.The goal was only the second in World Cup play scored by Canada after the team lost all three of its games at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico and again four years ago at Qatar.Injury fill-in Jovo Lukic headed in a corner kick in the 21st minute for Bosnia-Herzegovina, which is making its second World Cup appearance after failing to advance out of group play in 2014.Starting in place of Edin Dzeko (shoulder) and Haris Tabakovic (undisclosed), Lukic was in a ideal position to cap a set piece with captain Sead Kolasinac flicking along a header off Ivan Basics corner kick. The goal was Lukics first in international play and coming in the 27-year-old attackers fourth international appearance.Despite giving up the lead, the small Balkan nation of about 3 million people keeps coming up big on the international stage including eliminating four-time champion Italy in the European playoffs.Before Larins goal, Canadas best scoring chance came in the 54th minute when captain Stephen Eustaquio fed the ball to Richie Laryea in front of a wide-open net. The ball deflected off Kolasinacs foot and hit the crossbar.Canada was playing without Alphonso Davies (hamstring), who scored the nations first World Cup goal four years ago in Qatar.Canada now shifts to Vancouver for its final two group games, against Qatar on June 18 and Switzerland on June 24.The Bosnians also head west, with games against Switzerland on June 18 in Los Angeles and Qatar on June 24 in Seattle.___AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/fifa-world-cup

When Texans team chaplain Mikado Hinson invited Vaughaligan Walwyn to speak to the football team, a connection was formed between the Space City Church pastor and star quarterback C.J. Stroud.The words from Walwyn, a Houston native and former long jumper at Rice University known as Pastor Von Won, deeply resonated with Stroud. The former NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year attended a chapel service led by Walwyn the night before a victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. And Stroud credited the pastors words in helping him remain poised as he delivered the game-winning touchdown pass in the final minute of the fourth quarter.He was talking about, You gotta get through the mud before you can get to the miracle, Stroud said. That resonated with me. Not only in ball, but just in life. Its not always perfect, but you know the mud makes you who you are. The mud we have is self-inflicted mud. I feel like that kind of motivates us in a sense. It motivates me.And the bond between Stroud and the church continues to this day.The C.J. Stroud Foundation, run by Strouds mother, Kimberly, sponsored 10 kids from Space City Church to attend a church camp in Huntsville this week.Authentic, its not fake, its a real heart for people, Walwyn told KPRC 2. Kim, shes a very kind lady, just a sweet human being. Some people, its intimidating to ask for help, but theyre kind, approachable people Its a beautiful thing.#Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and his charitable foundation, run by his mother, Kimberly, have sponsored 10 kids from Space City Church to attend a church camp this week in Huntsville. Pastor Von Won told @KPRC2 'C.J. and his mom are authentic, kind people with a real heart pic.twitter.com/NOTcueRL3Q Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) June 12, 2026Deeply spiritual and open about discussing his faith, Stroud often cites Biblical verses in interviews. That includes Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight."A year ago, Stroud provided financial resources for seven youth -- the same number as his No. 7 jersey -- to attend a church camp in Waxachachie.It means the world, Walwyn told KPRC 2. For C.J. and his foundation to pay those fees and help us in any capacity, its a blessing. It can be a big pressure sometimes and the last thing we want is a parent stressing out. Church camp impacted my life in a huge way.Ultimately, its a blessing to see the C.J. Stroud Foundation help us. We seek God to work through them and give us the fuel we need for ministry. Its incredible for people looking at Space City Church for us to be recognized by C.J. and the Texans and to be affiliated with them.Walwyn called Stroud a powerful ambassador of Christian faith and values, noting: Were always looking for a champion. Its rare that you have an athlete on fire talking about Jesus."The children posted a video on social saying in unison: Thank you C.J. Stroud Foundation!"We wanted to send C.J. and his mom, Kimberly, a big thank you, Walwyn said. For them to acknowledge us, we thank them a million times. Hopefully, this gives them some gratitude.A musician who has collaborated with Paul Wall and Scar Face on an album Grace Still Abides, Walwyn was invited to preach to the team by Hinson.During his sermon, Walwyn related difficult times he faced in the past.On social media after his sermon, Hinson wrote to Walwyn: My brother, thank you for pouring the Truth into our guys.To be at NRG Stadium and speak to the team and meet the coaching staff was a significant moment for Walwyn.It was very humbling, Walwyn said. Just me being a sports guy growing up, to see DeMeco Ryans, it meant so much. C.J. sat close to the front of the room with pen and paper out taking notes. It was great to see. When I was done, they gave me high-fives and told me I did a great job.I was just hoping they got the win the next day. Mikado said C.J. just gave you a shoutout. For me as a pastor in the city, I appreciate the recognition. There is no better co-sign as a Christian and most men honor football, especially in Texas, than to hear that from the star quarterback.Aaron Wilson is a Texans and NFL reporter for KPRC 2 and click2houston.com

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