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Canada reaches World Cup Round of 16 with stoppage‑time win over South Africa

On 28 June 2026 at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, Canada defeated South Africa 1‑0 to become the first Canadian side ever to reach the World Cup round of 16. Midfielder Stephen Eustaquio scored the decisive goal in the 90+2 minute, putting the ball in the bottom‑left corner after a cross from Jacob Shaffelburg. Coach Jesse Marsch praised the dramatic finish, noting its historic significance for Canadian soccer.

Alphonso Davies, the Bayern Munich left‑back, returned from a hamstring injury in the 75th minute and helped generate several chances. The win sends Canada to face the winner of the Netherlands‑Morocco match in Houston on 4 July, while South Africa’s campaign ends after their first ever progression from the group stage.

The match was attended by about 69 000 spectators and featured a largely possession‑based South African side that struggled to create clear scoring opportunities. Canada’s victory marks a milestone in the nation’s football history and adds a new narrative to the expanded 48‑team World Cup format.

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