SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, USA, will host the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 today, between co-hosts Canada and South Africa.
Canada goes into the match after finishing second in Group B with 4 points, behind group leaders Switzerland who had 7 points. Meanwhile, South Africa was one of the surprises of the tournament. They qualified as the second-placed team from Group A with 4 points, following a crucial win over South Korea in the last round to secure their place in the knockout stages.
South Africa Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Ronwen Williams
Defenders: Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Aubrey Modiba
Midfielders: Thalente Mbatha, Relebohile Mofokeng, Yaya Sithole
Forwards: Thapelo Maseko, Evidence Makgopa, Oswin Appollis
Canada Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Maxime Crepeau
Defenders: Alistair Johnston, Luc de Fougerolles, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea
Midfielders: Tajon Buchanan, Nathan Saliba, Mathieu Choiniere, Ali Ahmed
Forwards: Cyle Larin, Jonathan David
