EUSTAQUIO SCORES IN STOPPAGE TIME AS CANADA BEATS SOUTH AFRICA

Stephen Eustaquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time to secure Canada's passage to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in their group match on Sunday. The goal marked Canada's first knockout match victory in World Cup history.

Eustaquio's strike proved decisive in a match that remained goalless until the closing stages. Canada, one of the tournament's co-hosts, capitalised on a late opportunity to progress from their group. The victory represents a significant milestone for the Canadian national team in World Cup competition.

Canada will now face opponents in the knockout stage of the tournament. The win secures their advancement as the first team to qualify for the last 16 from their group. South Africa is eliminated from the competition following the defeat.