Teboho Mokoena is back in South Africa's starting lineup for their World Cup 2026 last-32 match against Canada today. The 29-year-old midfielder missed the 1-0 win over South Korea in Group A due to a one-game ban but slots straight into Hugo Broos' side.
South Africa's team news
While Mokoena's return strengthens the midfield, South Africa will still be without experienced playmaker Themba Zwane, who remains suspended after a red card in the opening match against Mexico on June 11. Yaya Sithole keeps his place despite Mokoena's return, and Evidence Makgopa continues as the focal point of the attack.
South Africa XI: Williams, Modiba, Mbokazi, Mudau, Okon, Mokoena, Sithole, Appollis, Mofokeng, Maseko, Makgopa. Subs: Chaine, Goss, Matuludi, Ndamane, Kabini, Sibisi, Makhanya, Cross, Mbatha, Adams, Moremi, Foster, Rayners, Sebelebele.
Canada's injury concerns
Canada have significant injury issues. Midfielder Ismael Kone has been ruled out after suffering a fractured tibia during the second group-stage match against Qatar. Stephen Eustaquio starts despite a muscle problem, while Alfie Jones is on the bench with fitness issues. Star man Alphonso Davies, nursing a hamstring injury, is also on the bench and pushing for his first minutes of the tournament.
Canada XI: Crepeau, Jonston, Cornelius, Bombito, Laryea, Eustaquio, Millar, Saliba, J. David, Oluwaseyi, Buchanan. Subs: Clair, Goodman, Jones, Fougerolles, Waterman, Davies, Sigur, Choiniere, Shaffelburg, Osorio, Larin, Ahmed, P. David, Nelson.
Match details
The match kicks off at 8pm BST on Sunday June 28, 2026, at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) and will be broadcast on ITV.
