Canada reaches World Cup last 16 with 1‑0 win over South Africa

Canada advanced to the FIFA World Cup round of 16 after a 1‑0 victory over South Africa at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. Stephen Eustaquio scored the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, giving the co‑hosts their first ever knockout‑stage appearance. Coach Jesse Marsun hailed the team as “Canadian heroes” following the win.

The match marked South Africa’s first knockout appearance as well, but they were eliminated on the scoreline. Canada will face the winner of the Netherlands‑Morocco quarter‑final in Houston on July 4 for a place in the tournament’s quarter‑finals.