Chiedozie Ogbene rescued a draw for the Republic of Ireland with a second-half equaliser in Montreal, cancelling out Jake O'Brien's own goal. The World Cup co-hosts dominated early proceedings at Saputo Stadium, but Troy Parrott's saved penalty fell kindly to Ogbene for the leveller.

Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson rang six changes from the Qatar victory, handing first caps to four newcomers. Bohemians captain Dawson Devoy became the first League of Ireland player to earn a senior cap since 2020, starting alongside fellow debutants Kian Leavy and Adam Brennan.

Canada threatened through Tajon Buchanan's pace on the right wing, forcing Mark Travers into action. Stephen Eustaquio's 23rd-minute corner created the opener when O'Brien inadvertently diverted the ball past Travers. The visitors grew stronger as the match wore on.

These experiments suggest Hallgrimsson is building depth ahead of competitive fixtures. Four players earned their maiden senior starts while Joe Hodge joined from the bench. The result offers little insight into World Cup prospects, but provides valuable minutes for Ireland's emerging talent pool.