There is no time to relax after the end of the group phase as South Africa and Canada will kick off the World Cup knockout stages on Sunday at the SoFi Stadium. Jesse Marsch's side secured qualification for the round of 32 as group runners-up despite a defeat to Switzerland in their final group match. The loss also cost them the chance to play in front of their home supporters in the knockout stage. Meanwhile, South Africa made history by reaching the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time ever. After opening their game with a defeat to Mexico and a draw against Czechia, they sealed an historical qualification after a 1-0 victory over South Korea. Here's what you need to know ahead of the match:
How to watch South Africa vs. Canada
Date: Sunday, June 28 | Time: 3 p.m. ET Location: SoFi Stadium-- Los Angeles, United States TV: Fox (Eng), Telemundo (Spa) | Live stream: Fubo (Try for free) Odds: South Africa +469; Draw +271; Canada -157
South Africa vs. Canada predicted starting lineups
South Africa: Ronwen Williams; Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Aubrey Modiba; Thalente Mbatha, Teboho Mokoena, Oswin Appollis, Relebohile Mofokeng, Tshepang Moremi; Lyle Foster.
Canada: Maxime Crepeau, Richie Laryea, Niko Sigur, Moise Bombito, Alistair Johnston, Ali Ahmed, Stephen Eustaquio, Nathan Saliba, Tajon Buchanan, Cyle Larin, Jonathan David.
South Africa vs. Canada pick, prediction
Canada are expected to make it to the round of 16 despite South Africa's strong start to the tournament. They shouldn't be underestimated, though. Pick: South Africa 0, Canada 2.
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