In the opening match of the World Cup Round of 32, Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 to successfully advance to the last 16.
This match was the first World Cup knockout game in Canadian history, and they ultimately secured the win thanks to Eustáquio’s stoppage-time winner, earning the team its first-ever World Cup knockout victory.
The victory also allowed Canada to advance to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time. They made history in two new ways in this match, making it a double celebration.