FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 18 in pictures: Canada's late win over South Africa and the match's best moments

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage delivered late drama on Day 18 as Canada edged South Africa 1-0 at Los Angeles Stadium to book its place in the Round of 16. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored a stoppage-time winner after a tightly contested Round of 32 clash.

South Africa impressed with several attacking moves and came close to causing an upset, while goalkeeper Ronwen Williams produced a series of crucial saves to keep his side in the contest. Canada finally found the breakthrough in the dying moments, with Alphonso Davies making an impact off the bench before Eustáquio fired home the decisive goal.
The victory sets up a Round of 16 meeting with the winner of the Netherlands vs Morocco clash, while South Africa exits the tournament after reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in its history.


Here are some of the best photos from Canada's dramatic victory over South Africa on Day 18 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

With these astonishing photos, one lighthearted fan moment stole the spotlight. During the Mexican wave, a Canadian supporter accidentally dropped her phone after raising both hands in celebration. Realizing what had happened moments later, she covered her mouth in disbelief as the clip quickly went viral on social media.


The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 continues on June 29 with three more knockout fixtures. Brazil will take on Japan at Houston Stadium, Germany will face Paraguay at Boston Stadium, and the Netherlands will meet Morocco at Monterrey Stadium. The winner of the Netherlands vs Morocco clash will advance to face Canada in the Round of 16 as the race for the FIFA World Cup trophy gathers pace.