Canada became the first team to book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Africa in the Round of 32. Deep into stoppage time, Stephen Eustáquio unleashed a stunning long-range strike from outside the penalty area, beating the South African goalkeeper and sealing a dramatic late winner for Canada.

Following the match, the decisive goalscorer Stephen Eustáquio was deservedly named Player of the Match.

Eustáquio started the game and played the full 90 minutes. He registered two shots, one of which was on target and proved to be the match-winning goal. The Canadian midfielder completed 43 of his 48 passes, including five key passes, achieving an impressive passing accuracy of 89.6%. He also completed two long balls with a success rate of 66.7% and delivered five successful crosses, boasting a crossing accuracy of 71.4%.

Defensively, Eustáquio was equally influential, contributing three tackles, one interception, and one clearance to help Canada secure a clean sheet and advance to the Round of 16.