Canada scores in 92nd minute to earn first World Cup knockout stage victory over South Africa
Canada advances to face the winner of Netherlands vs. Morocco on July 4 after Stephen Eustáquio's dramatic stoppage-time goal sinks South Africa.
TL;DR
- Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in a World Cup Round of 32 match.
- Stephen Eustáquio scored the winning goal in the 92nd minute.
- This marks Canada's first-ever knockout-stage victory at a World Cup.
- Canada generated more chances and had a higher expected goals value than South Africa.
- Canada will play the winner of Netherlands vs. Morocco in Houston on July 4.
- Ismaël Koné suffered an injury, and Assim Madibo received a red card during the match.
- The United States is also a heavy favorite to advance to the Round of 16.