Canada secured a spot in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The decisive goal came from midfielder Stephen Eustáquio in the second minute of injury time, sending the Canadian team through to the knockout stage.
The match was tightly contested, with both teams creating chances but unable to break the deadlock until Eustáquio's late strike. The win marks a historic achievement for Canada, which has not advanced past the group stage since its first World Cup appearance in 1986.
Canada's next opponent in the round of 16 has not yet been determined, as other group matches are still ongoing. The team will look to build on this momentum as they continue their World Cup campaign.
