
Canada Secures Historic World Cup Last‑16 Spot with Late Victory Over South Africa
A late goal lifts Canada into the knockout stage for the first time, setting up a clash with either the Netherlands or Morocco.
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A late goal lifts Canada into the knockout stage for the first time, setting up a clash with either the Netherlands or Morocco.

A late goal secured Canada’s first ever spot in the tournament’s knockout stage, as the team overcame a disciplined South African side and a packed schedule to move forward.

In a tightly contested match in Inglewood, California, Canada edged South Africa 1‑0, advancing to the World Cup’s Round of 16 for the first time in nation history.

A dramatic stoppage-time goal by Stephen Eustaquio sent Canada past South Africa and into the knockout round, where they will meet the Netherlands or Morocco.

A tense knockout match saw Canada edge past South Africa 1‑0, with Stephen Eustaquio scoring in stoppage time. The win marks the nation’s first ever last‑16 appearance and puts them on a collision course with either the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston on July 4.

A late strike by Stephen Eustáquio and a heroic comeback by Alphonso Davies secured Canada’s 1‑0 win over South Africa, sending the team into the next round.

With Canada entering as a slight favorite and South Africa riding a surprise run, the June 28 clash at Inglewood promises a showcase of diverse talent, from Alphonso Davies to Ronwen Williams, and a reminder of the deep baseball ties that bind the two countries.

The tournament's first matches delivered emotional moments and dramatic play, but rising political strains and soaring ticket costs cast a shadow over the global event.

Mexico secured a 2-0 win against South Africa in the tournament's opening game, marking the first win for Mexico in a World Cup opener after seven attempts and introducing a new era of 48 teams.

The expanded 48‑team World Cup opened at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, where Mexico's new midfield and goalkeeping choices faced a South African side anchored by Mamelodi Sundowns talent and Lyle Foster.
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their World Cup opener, with Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez finding the net while both teams were reduced to nine men.

The tournament's expanded 48‑team format produced its first competitive fixture as Mexico fielded a surprising starting eleven against South Africa, featuring Erik Lira in midfield and Raul Rangel in goal.

Mamelodi Sundowns secured their second CAF Champions League title on aggregate, edging FAR Rabat 2‑1 after a 1‑1 draw in the second leg, with Ronwen Williams’ saves and a late penalty leveling the tie.