South Africa vs Canada preview

2026 World Cup, World
Los Angeles Stadium Tomorrow - 7:00 PM
World Cup
South Africa RSA
Canada CAN
KICKOFF : Tomorrow - 7:00 PM
Round of 32

CONTEXT

South Africa prepares to host Canada during the World Cup Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium in the 2026 season. The home side carries a clear power advantage measured at 6.3 points with respective scores of 19.5 and 13.21. Both teams occupy second place in their domestic leagues which adds context to their current standing. Form metrics show South Africa ahead at 12.33 while Canada registers 8.56. Venue conditions in Los Angeles may influence playing styles as the match unfolds. Domestic cup rules apply throughout this fixture without prior knockout ties affecting the setup. Squad depth and tactical approaches will determine how each side manages the contest from the opening whistle onward.

TL;DR

  • Structural: South Africa holds a 6.3 point power advantage over Canada.
  • Form: South Africa leads with a form score of 12.33 against Canada's 8.56.
  • Squad: Both teams sit in second place within their domestic leagues.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency metrics remain unavailable for either side ahead of kickoff.
  • Transition: Transition data shows no recorded last outings for South Africa or Canada.
  • Set pieces: Set piece statistics lack sufficient data due to unavailable xG inputs.
  • xVariable: No xG variables are present for analysis in this fixture.
  • Market: South Africa 17.7% (Δ+0%) | Draw 26.7% (Δ+0%) | Canada 55.7% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
South Africa H. Broos
H. Broos
VS
Canada J. Marsch
J. Marsch
1.33
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.33
1.33 i
Last 6 Opponents
Korea Republic Rank: W
Czech Republic Rank: D
Mexico Rank: L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1.33 i
Last 6 Opponents
Switzerland Rank: L
Qatar Rank: W
Bosnia and Herzegovina Rank: D
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home South Africa
17.67%
Draw
26.69%
Away Canada
55.65%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
19.5
13.21
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
South Africa
Canada
Power Score
19.5
13.21
League Position
2
2
Global Rank
60
30

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
South Africa — Opponent-weighted form score
Canada — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) South Africa Canada

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 0 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

South Africa RSA Home
0 matches
Canada CAN Away
Match Record
0
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
0
Goals
0
Goals Scored
0
0
Goals Conceded
0
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-06-26T00:03:12+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Jun 28, 2026, 07:00 PM
Competition
2026 World Cup, World · Round of 32
Stadium
Los Angeles Stadium
Capacity
70242
Pitch Surface
Artificial turf
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
João Pedro Silva Pinheiro
Bruno Miguel Alves Jesus
Luciano António Gomes Maia
Omar Mohamed Al Ali

Squad

Referee : João Pedro Silva Pinheiro

Squad ▼

1
Ronwen Williams
Ronwen Williams Goalkeeper
22
Ricardo Goss
Ricardo Goss Goalkeeper
16
Sipho Chaine
Sipho Chaine Goalkeeper
6
Maphosa Modiba
Maphosa Modiba Defender
19
Nkosinathi Sibisi
Nkosinathi Sibisi Defender
20
Khuliso Johnson Mudau
Khuliso Johnson Mudau Defender
26
Bradley Cross
Bradley Cross Defender
2
Tholo Thabang Matuludi
Tholo Thabang Matuludi Defender
25
Kamogelo Sebelebele
Kamogelo Sebelebele Defender
24
Olwethu Makhanya
Olwethu Makhanya Defender
21
Ime Okon
Ime Okon Defender
18
Samukelo Kabini
Samukelo Kabini Defender
3
Kulumani Ndamase
Kulumani Ndamase Defender
14
Mbekezeli Mbokazi
Mbekezeli Mbokazi Defender
11
Themba Zwane
Themba Zwane Midfielder
4
Teboho Mokoena
Teboho Mokoena Midfielder
13
Sphephelo Sithole
Sphephelo Sithole Midfielder
5
Thalente Mbatha
Thalente Mbatha Midfielder
23
Jayden Adams
Jayden Adams Midfielder
15
Iqraam Rayners
Iqraam Rayners Attacker
9
Lyle Foster
Lyle Foster Attacker
7
Oswin Reagan Appollis
Oswin Reagan Appollis Attacker
17
Evidence Makgopa
Evidence Makgopa Attacker
8
Tshepang Moremi
Tshepang Moremi Attacker
12
Thapelo Maseko
Thapelo Maseko Attacker
10
Relebohile Mofokeng
Relebohile Mofokeng Attacker
Referee : João Pedro Silva Pinheiro

Squad ▼

16
Maxime Crépeau
Maxime Crépeau Goalkeeper
1
Dayne St Clair
Dayne St Clair Goalkeeper
18
Owen Olamidayo Goodman
Owen Olamidayo Goodman Goalkeeper
22
Richie Laryea
Richie Laryea Defender
19
Alphonso Davies
Alphonso Davies Defender
5
Joel Waterman
Joel Waterman Defender
3
Alfie Jones
Alfie Jones Defender
13
Derek Cornelius
Derek Cornelius Defender
2
Alistair Johnston
Alistair Johnston Defender
4
Luc De Fougerolles
Luc De Fougerolles Defender
15
Moise Bombito
Moise Bombito Defender
21
Jonathan Osorio
Jonathan Osorio Midfielder
7
Stephen Antunes Eustáquio
Stephen Antunes Eustáquio Midfielder
6
Mathieu Choiniere
Mathieu Choiniere Midfielder
25
N. Saliba
N. Saliba Midfielder
8
Ismael Koné
Ismael Koné Midfielder
20
Ali Ahmed
Ali Ahmed Midfielder
23
Niko Sigur
Niko Sigur Midfielder
9
Cyle Larin
Cyle Larin Attacker
11
Liam Millar
Liam Millar Attacker
10
Jonathan David
Jonathan David Attacker
26
Jayden Nelson
Jayden Nelson Attacker
14
Jacob Shaffelburg
Jacob Shaffelburg Attacker
17
Tajon Buchanan
Tajon Buchanan Attacker
24
Promise Akinpelu
Promise Akinpelu Attacker
12
Tani Oluwaseyi
Tani Oluwaseyi Attacker

CONCLUSION

Anticipation builds around how South Africa will leverage its structural edge when facing Canada in this World Cup round of 32 match. Domestic league positions suggest competitive balance yet form differentials point toward home control. Los Angeles Stadium provides a neutral yet high profile setting that rewards disciplined execution. Squad selections and in game adjustments will shape outcomes across both halves. Limited set piece insights leave room for on field surprises during dead ball situations. Overall preparation favors the stronger rated side while Canada seeks to exploit any transition openings. The encounter promises tactical intrigue from start to finish.