Canada qualify for the World Cup last 16 after beating South Africa 1-0 on a goal by Stephen Eustaquio. Multiple reports say the decisive strike comes late in the match, with Eustaquio scoring in stoppage time (described as the 92nd minute) to break the deadlock. The goal gives Canada their first appearance in the World Cup knockout stage in their history, with the win securing their progression from the group phase. The Kathmandu Post and The Express Tribune both describe the result as a narrow victory decided by Eustaquio’s late finish, emphasizing the timing of the winner and the impact on Canada’s tournament run. With the win, Canada reach the World Cup’s Round of 16, while South Africa are eliminated from contention for advancement from the group. The match is presented as a low-scoring affair, with both accounts centering on the late goal as the key moment that determines the outcome and Canada’s advancement.
Eustaquio’s stoppage-time goal sends Canada into World Cup last 16
Canada qualify for the World Cup last 16 after beating South Africa 1-0 on a goal by Stephen Eustaquio. Multiple reports say the decisive strike comes late in the match, with Eustaquio scoring in stop...
- Canada beat South Africa 1-0 in their World Cup match.
- Stephen Eustaquio scores the winning goal in stoppage time (92nd minute).
- The late goal sends Canada into the World Cup last 16.
- Reports describe it as Canada’s first time reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup.
Stephen Eustaquio’s 92nd-minute winner secured a 1-0 victory over South Africa, sending the co-hosts into the World Cup last 16 for the first time in their history.
Eustaquio scored in stoppage time to secure the win
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