FIFA World Cup 2026 | Canada earns first knockout win on stoppage-time goal against South Africa
Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 match following a stoppage-time goal by Stephen Eustaquio. This victory advances Canada to the round of 16, where they will face the winner of the Morocco versus Netherlands match.
Why it matters
This match represents a significant milestone for the Canadian national team as they secure their first-ever knockout stage victory in a FIFA World Cup tournament.
Stephen Eustaquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa in a round of 32 match on Monday (June 29, 2026) in Inglewood, Calif.
The report is a standard sports summary focusing on match statistics, key plays, and tournament progression.
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