Canada stunned South Africa in Los Angeles with stoppage time winner
Monday, 29 June 2026, 00:43
As reported by the online media Ukrinform
The knockout stage of the final tournament of the 23rd FIFA World Cup has begun in Mexico, the United States, and Canada
The opening match of the 1/16 final of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles ended with Canada’s 1-0 victory over South Africa. The decisive goal was scored by Stephen Eustaquio in the 92nd minute
In the round of 16, Canada will face the winner of the Netherlands vs. Morocco match, which will be held on June 29 in Monterrey
In the other matches of the day, Brazil vs Japan (in Houston) and Germany vs Paraguay (in Foxborough) will take place
Other Round of 16 fixtures and the tournament schedule
Other Round of 16 pairings include the United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ivory Coast vs Norway, France vs Sweden, Argentina vs Cabo Verde, Australia vs Egypt, Portugal vs Croatia, England vs DR Congo, Mexico vs Ecuador, Colombia vs Ghana, Belgium vs Senegal, Spain vs Austria, and Switzerland vs Algeria
The World Cup will run until July 19
- Opta simulations rank France and Argentina as the top favourites as the World Cup 2026 enters the play-off stage on June 28, with continental representation and key odds detailed.
- USA and Australia advanced to the 2026 World Cup round of 16 after final Group D matches; Australia drew Paraguay 0-0 and the USA lost 2-3 to Turkey, deciding playoff berths.
- Tim Curry made a heartfelt appearance at the 50th anniversary screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in Los Angeles, sharing humor and gratitude with fans and co-star Barry Bostwick.
