The World Cup's host nations have all advanced to the last 16. That's after the U.S. ended a 24-year wait for a knockout-stage win by beating Bosnia, Mexico snapped a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory with a win over Ecuador,

The stage is all set for the first round of 16 encounter of the World Cup 2026 between Canada and Morocco at the Houston Stadium on Saturday. Jesse Marsch's side made it to the round of 16 thanks to a 92nd winner Stephen Eustáquio against South Africa in their previous match.

Canada will play its first Round of 16 match against Morocco on Saturday—might change that. If a newly proposed National Training Centre is built, it will be a monument to this team’s glories as much as an incubator for future stars.

Keeping an eye on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the rest of the sports world in keeping a wandering eye. Every four years, countries across the planet fall into a fever pitch with soccer.

Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 Sunday in a round of 32 match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Inglewood, California, advancing to the round of 16 and sending South Africa home.

Live updates from Canada vs. South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday. Get the latest news and results as the knockout rounds begin.