Canada faced South Africa in the Round of 32 match on June 28, 2026, at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. The match was scoreless until the 92nd minute when Canadian midfielder Stephen Eustáquio scored the winning goal, securing a 1-0 victory for Canada. Throughout the match, Canada outperformed South Africa, registering seven shots on goal compared to South Africa's one, and holding a 1.32-0.13 advantage in expected goals. This victory marks Canada's first knockout-match win at a World Cup. Canada will next compete against the winner of the Netherlands vs. Morocco match on July 4, 2026.
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Canada wins first World Cup knockout stage match against South Africa
Canada achieved its first knockout stage victory in World Cup history by defeating South Africa 1-0 on June 28, 2026. The decisive goal was scored by Stephen Eustáquio in the 92nd minute. Canada will advance to face either the Netherlands or Morocco in the next round.
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