South Africa set to face Canada in Copa do Brasil knockout clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The first knockout match of the FIFA World Cup will feature South Africa against Canada on June 28 in Los Angeles. South Africa secured its place in the knockout stage with a win over South Korea, marking its first advancement in World Cup history. Meanwhile, Mexico completed Group A with a perfect record, defeating Czechia 3-0. The match is part of the round of 32, with other teams still awaiting their opponents for the next stage.
- •South Africa finished second in Group A.
- •Canada was the runner-up in Group B.
- •Mexico concluded Group A with three wins.
- •The knockout match is scheduled for June 28 in Los Angeles.
- •South Africa's win over South Korea was its first knockout stage qualification.
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"The conclusion of another group on Wednesday night (24) set up the first knockout clash of this year’s FIFA World Cup.South Africa finished second in Group A and will face Canada, the runner-up in G...
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