Knockout Stage Kicks Off: Canada Faces South Africa in Early Afternoon Clash
The knockout phase of the 2026 men’s World Cup began today, marking the first decisive matches of the tournament.
Canada’s campaign opens with a showdown against South Africa at 3 p.m. Eastern Time, a fixture that will be shown live on FOX, Telemundo and the streaming service Peacock.
The broadcast will be available in both English and Spanish, with Telemundo and Peacock handling the Spanish-language feed.
Match Overview
Striker Cyle Larin, who previously found the net against Bosnia in an earlier group‑stage encounter, is expected to be a key figure for the Canadian side.
The match will take place in Toronto, where the atmosphere is expected to be electric as fans from across the continent gather to watch.
With a spot in the quarterfinals on the line, both teams will look to leverage their strengths, making this encounter one of the most anticipated early‑round clashes.