South Africa face tournament co-hosts Canada tonight as the World Cup knockout stages officially get underway. Both nations are making history by appearing in the knockout rounds of a World Cup for the very first time.
Match Preview
While Jesse Marsch's Canada missed out on top spot in their group following a defeat to Switzerland, they remain strong favourites to progress. However, Hugo Broos' resilient South Africa side — buoyed by a historic group-stage win over South Korea — will be looking to pull off another major upset.
Match Details
South Africa v Canada kicks off at 8pm BST tonight on Sunday, June 28, at the Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) in Inglewood, California.
TV and Streaming
The game is being shown live and for free on ITV1. Coverage starts at 7.15pm. You can stream the match via ITVX. You will need a valid TV licence and a free ITV account to watch.
Squads
South Africa
Goalkeepers: Ronwen Williams (c), Ricardo Goss, Sipho Chaine.
Defenders: Khuliso Mudau, Olwethu Makhanya, Bradley Cross, Aubrey Modiba, Thabang Matuludi, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Khulumani Ndamane, Ime Okon, Samukele Kabini, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Kamogelo Sebelebele.
Midfielders: Teboho Mokoena, Jayden Adams, Thalente Mbatha, Sphephelo Sithole.
Forwards: Oswin Appollis, Tshepang Moremi, Evidence Makgopa, Lyle Foster, Iqraam Rayners, Relebohile Mofokeng, Themba Zwane, Thapelo Maseko.
Canada
Goalkeepers: Dayne St. Clair, Maxime Crépeau, Owen Goodman.
Defenders: Alistair Johnston, Alfie Jones, Luc De Fougerolles, Joel Waterman, Derek Cornelius, Moïse Bombito, Alphonso Davies (c), Richie Laryea.
Midfielders: Mathieu Choinière, Stephen Eustáquio, Ismaël Koné, Jonathan Osorio, Niko Sigur.
Forwards: Cyle Larin, Jonathan David, Liam Millar, Tani Oluwaseyi, Jacob Shaffelburg, Tajon Buchanan, Ali Ahmed, Promise David.
