Canada secures first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout win against South Africa
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Canada defeated South Africa in a historic match to win its first FIFA World Cup knockout game, advancing to the round of 16. Head coach Jesse Marsch praised his team as heroes after the victory. The match holds significance for Canada, marking a milestone in their World Cup history. The next round will be crucial for Canada as they aim to progress further in the tournament.
- •Canada wins its first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match
- •Head coach Jesse Marsch hails team as heroes
- •Match played on June 28, 2026
- •Canada advances to the round of 16
- •Historic achievement for Canadian soccer
- 12:02 AMESPN — Marsch's 'Canadian heroes' deliver defining win
"After Canada beat South Africa to win its first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match and advance to the round of 16, head coach Jesse Marsch didn't hesitate to use the word heroes in describing his team.
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