Canada advances to last 16 with late win against South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Canada achieved a historic victory over South Africa, advancing to the last 16 in the World Cup. Coach Jesse Marsch praised his team, calling them 'Canadian heroes' after their first knockout win. The match in Los Angeles marked the first instance of a World Cup host playing outside its borders, yet Canadian fans provided significant support. Canada's journey included a historic draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina and a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar. The next challenge for Canada will be against either the Netherlands or Morocco.
- •Canada won a knockout game for the first time in World Cup history
- •Stephen Eustaquio scored the winning goal in stoppage time
- •Canada's previous World Cup record was six losses
- •Large Canadian fan support noted during the tournament
- •Next match will be against either the Netherlands or Morocco.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — 'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history
- 12:02 AMBBC Sport — 'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history
"Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.
"Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 12:02 AM'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history
Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.
- BBC SportJun 29, 2026, 12:02 AM'You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history
Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.
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