FIFA World Cup: Canada Reaches Pre-quarterfinals

Co-host Canada has defeated South Africa to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 pre-quarterfinals for the first time.

On Monday morning at the Los Angeles Stadium in the United States, Canada made history by beating South Africa 1–0 in the first match of the Round of 32.

Stephen Eustáquio scored the decisive goal for Canada.

His strike came in injury time of the second half, sending Canada into the pre-quarterfinals for the very first time.

Although South Africa dominated ball possession throughout the match, they failed to convert chances, struggling with finishing

The match-winner Stephen Eustáquio was declared Player of the Match.