Canada's men's national soccer team achieved a historic milestone on Sunday, securing its first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout victory by defeating South Africa 1-0 in a tense Round of 32 match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
With extra time looming, midfielder Stephen Eustáquio broke the deadlock deep into injury time.
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He controlled a cleared cross from substitute Jacob Shaffelburg and curled a 20-yard strike into the bottom corner.
The victory sends Canada to the Round of 16 on July 4 in Houston, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco.
Historic Moment for Canadian Sports
Defender Alistair Johnston reflected on the significance of the achievement in the post-game mixed zone.
"It's one of those moments that you'll never forget where you were.
I think for Canadian sports history, it's going to be a moment where you're going to kind of know where you were when that moment happened, so that's something that is not lost on us," Johnston said.
The victory also marked the second clean sheet for the Canadian defense during this tournament.
"We know that this is not only writing history in Canadian soccer, but in Canadian sport, and that's something that's really magical," Johnston added.
South Africa threatened early, forcing a save from goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau in the opening minutes after breaking through Canada's midfield press.
Canada adjusted its strategy and created several opportunities, but South Africa's defense and missed chances kept the game scoreless.
