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Canada advances to World Cup last 16 with late goal against South Africa
via The Namibian2 min read
Canada secured a 1-0 victory over South Africa in the World Cup knockout rounds, marking their first-ever advancement to the last 16. Stephen Eustaquio scored the winning goal in stoppage time, breaking a deadlock that seemed destined for extra time. Both teams were making their debut in the knockout phase. Canada, despite being co-hosts, played in Los Angeles after not winning their group and will now face either the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston on July 4. South Africa's World Cup journey concludes with this loss. Canada's coach Jesse Marsch had highlighted star Alphonso Davies, who was returning from a hamstring injury but did not start. Canada created numerous chances throughout the match, with notable attempts from Derek Cornelius, Moise Bombito, and Tajon Buchanan. South Africa's goalkeeper Ronwen Williams made several key saves. Alphonso Davies entered the game in the 75th minute and immediately contributed to offensive plays. The decisive goal came in the second minute of stoppage time when Jacob Shaffelburg's cross was cleared to Eustaquio, who struck the ball into the bottom-left corner.
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