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Canada secures World Cup knockout stage win over South Africa

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:52 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Canada secures World Cup knockout stage win over South Africa
Summary

In a lackluster World Cup knockout stage match on June 28 at SoFi Stadium, Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Stephen Eustáquio. Both teams struggled to find quality scoring opportunities throughout the match, with South Africa managing just one shot on goal. Canada's coach Jesse Marsch commended his team's discipline and organization in securing their first knockout stage victory. The win marks a significant moment for Canada, who previously had only one World Cup victory and now moves forward in the tournament.

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  • •Match took place in Los Angeles on June 28.
  • •Eustáquio scored the only goal in the second minute of stoppage time.
  • •South Africa had one shot on target and 0.12 expected goals.
  • •Canada will continue in the knockout stage following this win.
  • •Marsch emphasized the importance of organization against South Africa.
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  • 10:52 PMCBS Sports — Canada's World Cup knockout stage win vs. South Africa was equally forgettable as it was historic
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A game that lacked style, cohesion and positive play ended with a stoppage time strike, avoiding 30 minutes more of two teams that offered little quality

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