Canada vs South Africa: 2026 World Cup Knockout Opener
June 28, 2026 · Amelia Gómez
The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with South Africa facing Canada. Key players include Alphonso Davies and Thapelo Maseko.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's knockout stage kicks off this Sunday with South Africa taking on Canada at Los Angeles Stadium. This marks the first-ever appearance of South Africa's Bafana Bafana in the World Cup knockout round. The match features prominent players like Canada's Alphonso Davies and leading scorer Jonathan David, alongside South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams and midfielder Teboho Mokoena. Fans can catch the game live on FOX and stream it on FOX One starting at 3 p.m. ET.
Canada's Alphonso Davies, a key player yet to debut in this World Cup, is anticipated to make an appearance in this crucial match, either as a starter or substitute. Jesse Marsch, after Canada's loss to Switzerland, hinted at Davies' possible inclusion, stating, "I think Alphonso Davies will be ready to go next game." Meanwhile, South Africa relies on the talent of Thapelo Maseko, who became the nation's youngest World Cup goalscorer at 22 and was pivotal in securing their spot in this stage with a winning goal against South Korea.
The match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams aim to advance to the round of 16. The stakes are high with the tournament entering the elimination phase, ensuring that every moment on the pitch counts.
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