Al Jazeera·3 min read·medium
Canada score late to beat South Africa and reach last 16 at World Cup 2026
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Al Jazeera Staff
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Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Stephen Eustaquio. This historic victory marks the first time Canada has reached the round of 16 in the tournament.
Why it matters
This win represents a major milestone for Canadian soccer on the global stage as they co-host the World Cup.
Stephen Eustaquio scores in stoppage time as Canada win first knockout match in a World Cup.
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