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Canada stuns South Africa late 1-0 to advance to World Cup Round of 16
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 3 min read
Canada is continuing its historic run at the 2026 World Cup.
For the first time in its history, Canada reached the World Cup knockout rounds. Now, after a tight 1-0 win over South Africa, Canada has reached the Round of 16 for the first ever time.
Playing in Los Angeles , Canada made unwante...
Key takeaway Now, after a tight 1-0 win over South Africa, Canada has reached the Round of 16 for the first ever time.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
Canada's historic win in Los Angeles has significant implications for local soccer fans, who turned out to support the team despite the lack of traditional home advantage. The fact that Canada became the first host team to play a knockout game outside of its borders adds a layer of complexity to the city's hosting experience. As the 2026 World Cup continues, Los Angeles will remain a key venue, and the success of teams like Canada will be closely watched by local residents. The city's diverse population, with strong ties to international soccer, will likely be invested in the tournament's outcome, and Canada's advancement to the Round of 16 will only add to the excitement. With the tournament's schedule unfolding, Los Angeles will play host to more high-stakes matches, and the city's soccer community will be eager to see how the competition unfolds on their home turf.
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Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Canada is continuing its historic run at the 2026 World Cup.
For the first time in its history, Canada reached the World Cup knockout rounds. Now, after a tight 1-0 win over South Africa, Canada has reached the Round of 16 for the first ever time.
Playing in Los Angeles, Canada made unwante...
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