Canada makes World Cup history with late win vs. South Africa
The Canadian men’s team left it late in recording its first ever win in a World Cup knockout game on Sunday in Los Angeles.
- Canada 1 (Eustáquio 90’+2’), South Africa 0
- Eustáquio’s winner was his 1st goal for Canada since 2023
- Canada to face the Netherlands or Morocco in round of 16
- Davies subbed on in 75th minute; 1st action of this World Cup
The Canadian men’s team has made history by advancing to the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
Stephen Eustáquio scored deep into injury time to lift Canada to a 1-0 victory over South Africa in a dramatic round of 32 encounter on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Canada advances to the round of 16 on July 4 in Houston where it will play the winner of Monday’s match between the Netherlands and Morocco.
"I think the performance was really strong and disciplined. We didn't really give much away, and even when their goalkeeper was slowing things down, we didn't lose our patience. ... We could have made life a little easier on ourselves if we would have made a play earlier when we had some big chances, but obviously the timing of the goal means that the win is incredibly dramatic," coach Jesse Marsch said.
"And I think the effect that it will have in Canada and the inspiring of people will be immense. So, I'm really proud of our team."
