Stephen Eustáquio scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa, securing the country’s first-ever knockout-stage win at a FIFA World Cup.
The decisive goal came in the second minute of second-half stoppage time after a closely contested match that appeared destined for extra time.
The victory sends co-host Canada into the next round, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco.
Canada’s head coach, Jesse Marsch, praised his players after the match, describing them as national heroes and saying their achievement would inspire future generations of Canadian footballers.
Despite playing away from home after its group-stage campaign, Canada delivered a disciplined defensive performance to protect its late lead and book a place in the next stage of the tournament.
