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Canada defeats South Africa 1-0 to reach World Cup last 16

Published 29 June 2026

A dramatic stoppage-time goal from Stephen Eustaquio propelled Canada to a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Sunday, June 28, in Los Angeles. The win marks Canada's first-ever victory in a World Cup knockout match and sends the co-hosts into the last 16.

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