European Football · Monday, June 29, 2026
Canada qualifies for round of 16 after late heroics
Jesse Marsch's Canadian team achieves a historic milestone by eliminating South Africa in the nick of time in the knockout phase.
By Editorial team
Canada advances to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup thanks to a goal scored in the dying moments of the match against South Africa. This victory holds major significance for Canadian men's football. Jesse Marsch's side will next face one of two opponents fighting it out between the Netherlands and Morocco.