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Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa

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Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
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First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago

What happened

Canada won 1-0 against South Africa with a last-minute goal to reach the 2026 World Cup round of 16 for the first time. The team, co-hosting the tournament but playing initial matches in the US, celebrated a historic achievement and looks ahead to facing the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston.

  • 01Canada reached the World Cup round of 16 for the first time after a 1-0 win over South Africa.
  • 02The winning goal was scored in the 92nd minute during the round of 32 match.
  • 03Canada had to play initial tournament matches in the US despite being a host nation.
  • 04Coach Jesse Mars called the players Canadian heroes and praised their commitment.
  • 05Goal scorer Stephen Eustáquio credited the team’s collective effort for the victory.
  • 06Canada’s next match will be in Houston against the winner of Netherlands vs. Morocco.

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Full coverage · 5 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

N12Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
MakoCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Canada Secures Historic World Cup Win, Advances to Round of 16 for First Time
Now 14Right · Hebrew9 hours ago
Canada Secures Historic First Win to Reach 2026 World Cup Round of 16
YnetCenter · Hebrew9 hours ago
Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
N12Center · Hebrew9 hours ago
Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
MakoCenter · Hebrew9 hours ago
Canada Advances to World Cup Round of 16 with Last-Minute Win Over South Africa
WallaCenter · Hebrew11 hours ago
Canada and South Africa Draw 0-0 in Historic 2026 World Cup Round of 32 Match
YnetCenter · Hebrew19 hours ago
South Africa Makes History Reaching World Cup Knockout Stage for First Time
N12Center · Hebrew19 hours ago
Canada and South Africa Face Off in World Cup Round of 32 with Historic Spot at Stake
MakoCenter · Hebrew19 hours ago
Canada and South Africa Face Off in World Cup Round of 32 for Historic Win
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Canadian Fans Ignite World Cup Spirit Despite Group Stage Loss to Switzerland

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