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Canada and South Africa face knockout rules in World Cup round of 32

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:41 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Canada and South Africa face knockout rules in World Cup round of 32

Summary

Canada and South Africa are preparing for their Round of 32 matchup in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If the match ends in a draw after regulation, it will proceed to 30 minutes of extra time, followed by a penalty shootout if scores remain tied. Each side is allowed an extra substitute during extra time, and all players on the pitch at the end can participate in penalties. This marks a change in previous tournament rules, as there are no draws allowed in the knockout stages.

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•Match is part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages.
•No draws are permitted; matches must conclude with a winner.
•Extra time consists of two 15-minute halves followed by penalties if needed.
•Each team can make an additional substitute during extra time.
•All players on the field at the end of extra time can take penalties.

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The goals are hard to come by for these two sides.
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Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 8:41 PM
How extra time, penalty rules work in World Cup for Canada-South Africa in Round of 32
The goals are hard to come by for these two sides.

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