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Canada beats South Africa 1-0 in World Cup's first knockout match on Stephen Eustáquio's late goal
By Greg Beacham, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 28, 2026
· 5 min read
Right after Canada finished its first knockout match victory in a World Cup, coach Jesse Marsch huddled his players on the grass of a stadium still in pandemonium and spoke from his heart — shouted, actually.“You guys are Canadian heroes today!" Marsch declared. "Canadian heroes for the future ch...
Key takeaway "Canadian heroes for the future children of this country who play this sport.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The excitement of Canada's World Cup win may seem distant in San Antonio , but the city's own soccer enthusiasts are likely to take notice of this historic moment. As a community with a growing interest in the sport, San Antonio residents may be inspired by Canada's underdog story and the team's determination to make a name for themselves on the global stage. The fact that midfielder Stephen Eustáquio plays professionally for Los Angeles FC, a team with a significant following in the southern United States, adds a layer of regional relevance to the story. With Canada advancing to play in Houston on Saturday, local fans may have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the team in action, potentially generating even more buzz and interest in the sport within the San Antonio area. This could have a ripple effect, encouraging more young players to take up the sport and potentially leading to increased participation in local soccer leagues and programs.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Right after Canada finished its first knockout match victory in a World Cup, coach Jesse Marsch huddled his players on the grass of a stadium still in pandemonium and spoke from his heart — shouted, actually.“You guys are Canadian heroes today!" Marsch declared. "Canadian heroes for the future ch...
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