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Canada's Soccer Heroes Advance

Updated 2026-06-28 23:25 UTC 1 source Positive

Canada secured its first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout victory over South Africa, advancing to the round of 16. Head coach Jesse Marsch praised his team as 'heroes.'

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Marsch's 'Canadian heroes' deliver defining win

After Canada beat South Africa to win its first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match and advance to the round of 16, head coach Jesse Marsch didn't hesitate to use the word heroes in describing his team.

2026-06-29 00:02 UTC