FIFA WC: Stephen Eustaquio's late stunner sends Canada into historic last 16 | TheBriefWire
FIFA WC: Stephen Eustaquio's late stunner sends Canada into historic last 16
Published 28 June 2026 ยท sports
Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa with a stunning 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio at SoFi Stadium. This marks Canada's first-ever knockout
Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa with a stunning 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio at SoFi Stadium. This marks Canada's first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history. Despite South Africa's strong defense, Eustaquio's late heroics propelled Canada into the Round of 16, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco. The win was a significant moment for the nation's football program.
Published: June 29, 2026 โข 3:07 AM IST ยท Updated: June 29, 2026 โข 7:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa with a stunning 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio at SoFi Stadium.
This marks Canada's first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history.
Despite South Africa's strong defense, Eustaquio's late heroics propelled Canada into the Round of 16, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco.
The win was a significant moment for the nation's football program.