Canada, the co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeated South Africa 0-1 to reach the pre-quarterfinal, qualifying for the first time in this mega event._x000D_
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In the match played at the Los Angeles Stadium, the South African team had a heavy lead in the first half, their players attacked the Canadian goal from time to time but could not succeed._x000D_
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On the other hand, Canada tried its best to take the lead in this half, but they could not succeed either, neither team could score a goal in the first half._x000D_
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In the second half, both sides showed some speed in the game, but no one could get the lead._x000D_
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Then, in injury time, Canada got a chance on a move, their player Stephen Stockwell put the ball in the opponent’s net to give the team the lead, which was enough for Canada to win._x000D_
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The Canadian team has reached the pre-quarterfinals for the first time in the history of the mega event. In the round of 16, it will face either the Netherlands or Morocco.
