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Canada Makes World Cup History with First Round of 16 Qualification

Canada secured a historic qualification for the World Cup Round of 16 after defeating South Africa, marking their first-ever advancement to the knockout stage. Stephen Eustaquio scored the winning goal, leading to widespread celebration and analysis of the team's performance.

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le-mondeHigh7h ago

2026 World Cup: Canada advances to the round of 16 after last-minute victory over South Africa

Buoyed by Stephen Eustaquio’s goal in stoppage time (1-0), the Canadians have secured the first spot in the next elimination round and are set to face either the Netherlands or Morocco.

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

World Cup 2026: Reaction to Canada’s win plus buildup to Brazil v Japan – live

Canada reach last 16 with win over South Africa England’s dynamic duo need others to step up Email Luke | Bracketology | World Cup Daily Canada are the first team into the last 16: And in a little over nine hours, Brazil v Japan will go toe-to-toe in Houston, as the mouthwatering-ness of the knockout ties increases. Continue reading...

By Luke McLaughlin

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France 24High1h ago

World Cup 2026: Canada make history by reaching Round of 16

Canada secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored the only goal of the match deep into stoppage time. The Canucks will face the winners of Monday's tie between the Netherlands and Morocco on July 4 in Houston.

By L'Equipe TV

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The IndependentMostly Factual4h ago

Tearful Stephen Eustaquio honours late parents after Canada World Cup winner

Stephen Eustaquio became emotional as he paid tribute to his late parents after scoring Canada's winning goal in the FIFA World Cup.

By Holly Bishop

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YahooMostly Factual1h ago

Canada make World Cup history with first Last-16 qualification

Canada have reached the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time in their history after edging past South Africa 1-0.Stephen Eustáquio scored the decisive goal in first-half stoppage time to...

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Premium TimesMostly Factual5h ago

World Cup: Eustaquio relishes historic winner for hosts Canada against South Africa

Eustaquio emerged as Canada's hero with a 92nd minute goal that settled a tense Round of 32 encounter in Los Angeles, sending the Canadian supporters into wild celebrations and breaking South African hearts The post World Cup: Eustaquio relishes historic winner for hosts Canada against South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Gbemidepo Popoola

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punch-ngMostly Factual2h ago

Drake wins $1m World Cup bet after Canada knocks out South Africa

Canadian rapper Drake wins over $1 million after successfully betting on Canada to defeat South Africa in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Read More: https://punchng.com/drake-wins-1m-world-cup-bet-after-canada-knocks-out-south-africa/

By Punch Newspapers

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vanguard-ngMixed15h ago

World Cup: Canada first team to reach Round of 16 as South Africa crash out

Captain Stephen Eustaquio scored the only goal of the game in injury time as co-hosts Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup. The post World Cup: Canada first team to reach Round of 16 as South Africa crash out appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

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myjoyonlineMixed13h ago

Canada score dramatic late winner to reach World Cup last 16

Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic winner in the second minute of injury time as co-hosts Canada defeated South Africa to move into the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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abidjan-netMixed5h ago

World Cup Round of 32: Which teams qualified or exited the tournament - Al Jazeera

World Cup Round of 32: Which teams qualified or exited the tournament  Al Jazeera

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actualite-cdMixed13h ago

World Cup: Canada Secures Place in Round of 16 After Edging South Africa - Tempo.co English

World Cup: Canada Secures Place in Round of 16 After Edging South Africa  Tempo.co English

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