Canada booked their spot in the World Cup last 16 as co-hosts after Stephen Eustaquio scored a dramatic 92nd-minute winner against South Africa, setting up a knockout-round clash against either the Netherlands or Morocco for Jesse Marsch’s side.
South Africa finished the game with an xG of 0.13.
They were incredibly cautious in their approach and the occasion may well have got to them.
Needed to go for it more.
Canada head coach Jesse Marsch speaking to his players at full-time: “Guys. Think about the two years we’ve been together. Think about how we talked about sticking to the plan, sticking to who we want to be, playing aggressive, accessing the quality, you guys showing your character.
“You guys are Canadian heroes. Canadian heroes. Canadian heroes for the future children of this country, who play this sport. This sport has a big future because of you guys. You should be so proud of who you are. You should be so proud of this game. You went after it, moment after moment. You are Canadian heroes.”
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