Bosnia's viral anthem fuels fan excitement at World Cup draw with Canada

Bosnia‑Herzegovina opened its second FIFA World Cup with a 1‑1 draw against host nation Canada in Toronto. Substitute striker Jovo Lukić headed the opening goal in the 21st minute, while Canada equalised in the 78th. The match drew attention not only for the on‑field action but also for a chant that spread among Bosnian supporters: the 15‑year‑old Dubioza Kolektiv song “I am from Bosnia, take me to America.” The tune, originally a satirical take on emigration, became a viral anthem, echoed by fans in the stadium and later repeated by commentators Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović. Celebrities Ryan Reynolds and Mike Myers were noted among the Canadian crowd. Bosnia, ranked 64th in FIFA’s list, celebrated the moment as a symbol of its diaspora’s pride and resilience after decades of post‑war challenges.