South Africa 0-1 Canada: Canada wins

Updated at 04:01 on June 29, 2026

The World Cup match between South Africa and Canada at SoFi Stadium is attracting significant attention from experts. This is a crucial moment for both teams to achieve their goal of advancing, as the group standings are entering their most tense phase.

The two opponents are in contrasting form.

South Africa enters this match as the second-placed team in the standings, with 4 points after their previous matches. However, the African team's form is showing signs of decline. In their last three matches, they started with a win, then drew, and most recently suffered a defeat. Losing points in their last match means South Africa must be extremely cautious if they don't want to lose their current advantage.

Conversely, Canada is showing a somewhat more promising form. Despite suffering a defeat in their last three matches, the North American team quickly bounced back strongly. They secured an important victory and a draw in their most recent game. Maintaining an unbeaten streak in two consecutive matches, Canada possesses the confidence to face their higher-ranked opponent.

Tactical planning at SoFi Stadium

With four points currently, South Africa understands that a draw might still keep them in the leading group, but a win would guarantee their qualification. South Africa's playing style requires high concentration in defense, where weaknesses were exposed in their recent defeat. Discipline and the ability to capitalize on opportunities will be key to overcoming the challenge posed by Canada.

On the other side of the battlefield, Canada has shown they are a formidable opponent. Their ability to turn the tide from a loss to an unbeaten streak demonstrates their resilience. At SoFi Stadium, Canada is expected to capitalize on their momentum to put pressure on the opposing defense. A tight and tactically calculated match is anticipated, as both teams are unwilling to make mistakes in this crucial stage of the tournament.

South Africa's recent form

• June 25, 2026: South Africa 1-0 South Korea (Winner)
• June 18, 2026: Czech Republic 1-1 South Africa (Draw)
• June 12, 2026: Mexico 2-0 South Africa (Loss)
• 07/06/2026: Jamaica 1-1 South Africa (Draw)
• May 29, 2026: South Africa 0-0 Nicaragua (Draw)

Canada's recent form

• June 25, 2026: Switzerland 2-1 Canada (Loss)
• June 19, 2026: Canada 6-0 Qatar (Winner)
• June 13, 2026: Canada 1-1 Bosnia & Herzegovina (Draw)
• June 6, 2026: Canada 1-1 Rep. Of Ireland (Draw)
• June 2, 2026: Canada 2-0 Uzbekistan (Winner)

Rankings

Team form and statistics

South Africa (Host)

Form in the last 5 matches:LDW

Statistics for this season:

• Matches played: 3
• Wins: 1 (1 at home)
• Draw: 1 (0 at home)
• Losses: 1 (0 at home)

Goal:

• Scored: 2 goals (Average: 0.7 goals/match)
• Goals conceded: 3 (Average: 1.0 goal/match)

Canada (Guest)

Form in the last 5 matches:DWL

Statistics for this season:

• Matches played: 3
• Wins: 1 (0 away)
• Draw: 1 (0 away)
• Losses: 1 (1 away game)

Goal:

• Scored: 8 goals (Average: 2.7 goals/match)
• Goals conceded: 3 (Average: 1.0 goal/match)

Force situation

South Africa:No injury information available.

Canada

• I. Koné: Fracture Of Lower Leg (Missing Fixture)

Predicted lineup

Predictions and odds

Predicted winner:South Africa

Win or draw

Predicted odds:

• Home team wins: 35%
• Draw: 35%
• Guest wins: 30%

Predicted number of goals:

• Home team: -1.5 goals
• Guests: -3.5 tables

Advice:Double chance : South Africa or draw

Team lineup updated at 01:21 on 29/06/2026

Official lineup

South Africa

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachHugo Bros

Starting lineup:

• 1. Ronwen Williams (G)
• 20. Khuliso Mudau (D)
• 21. Ime Okon (D)
• 14. Mbekezeli Mbokazi (D)
• 6. Aubrey Modiba (D)
• 4. Teboho Mokoena (M)
• 13. Sphephelo Sithole (M)
• 12. Thapelo Maseko (M)
• 10. Relebohile Mofokeng (M)
• 7. Oswin Appollis (M)
• 17. Evidence of Makgopa (F)

Substitutes:

• 16. Sipho Chain
• 22. Ricardo Goss
• 2. Tholo Thabang Matuludi
• 3. Khulumani Ndamane
• 18. Samukelo Kabini
• 19. Nkosinathi Sibisi
• 24. Olwethu Makhanya
• 26. Bradley Cross
• 5. Thalente Mbatha
• 23. Jayden Adams
• 8. Tshepang Moremi
• 25. Kamogelo Sebelebele
• 9. Lyle Foster
• 15. Iqraam Rayners

Canada

Diagram: 4-4-2

CoachJesse Marsch

Starting lineup:

• 16. Maxime Crepeau (G)
• 2. Alistair Johnston (D)
• 15. Moise Bombito (D)
• 13. Derek Cornelius (D)
• 22. Richie Laryea (D)
• 17. Tajon Buchanan (M)
• 25. Nathan-Dylan Saliba (M)
• 7. Stephen Eustaquio (M)
• 11. Liam Millar (M)
• 10. Jonathan David (F)
• 12. Tani Oluwaseyi (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. Dayne St. Clair
• 18. Owen Goodman
• 3. Alfie Jones
• 4. Luc De Fougerolles
• 5. Joel Waterman
• 19. Alphonso Davies
• 23. Niko Sigur
• 6. Mathieu Choinière
• 14. Jacob Shaffelburg
• 20. Ali Ahmed
• 21. Jonathan Osorio
• 9. Cyle Larin
• 24. Promise David
• 26. Jayden Nelson