South Africa vs Canada: World Cup 2026 Prediction 28 June 2026

Canada beat South Africa 1-0 in the World Cup 2026 on 28 June 2026.

Coach AI predicted 1-2: the right outcome, but not the exact score. The fans predicted Canada win (70%), which was right.

Coach AI predicts 1-2 as the correct score for South Africa vs Canada. This page also covers the expected line-ups, injuries and xG.

South Africa form (last 5): 1W-1D-1L. Canada form (last 5): 1W-1D-1L.

Canada suffers a significant blow with Ismaël Koné out (broken leg), requiring Stephen Eustáquio to carry more defensive load. South Africa is missing veteran Themba Zwane due to a three-match suspension, which severely limits their creative options in the final third.

According to the score probability matrix, 0-1 is the most likely scoreline (20%), followed by 1-1 (16%) and 0-0 (12%).

Canadian Transition Dominance (65%): Canada controls possession and exploits the flanks through Davies, scoring early and forcing South Africa to abandon their defensive shape.; Defensive Grind To Extra Time (25%): South Africa successfully parks the bus, with Ronwen Williams making key saves to force a 0-0 or 1-1 draw after 90 minutes.; Bafana Smash And Grab (10%): South Africa survives the pressure and scores via a Teboho Mokoena long-range effort or set-piece, defending the lead for the remainder of the game.

Among Football Meister players, 15% back a home win for South Africa, 15% a draw, and 70% an away win for Canada. The most predicted scoreline is 1-2. Fans and Coach AI broadly agree on the likely outcome of this match.

The most predicted scoreline for South Africa vs Canada is 1-2. Of all Football Meister players, 15% back South Africa, 15% a draw and 70% Canada.

70% of fans predict a win for Canada, with an average confidence of 69% (moderate confidence). Notably, the 15% backing a draw are actually more confident (76%) than the majority, a sign this match is less clear-cut than the vote split suggests.

South Africa are 2nd in the FIFA World Cup with 4 points from 3 games. Canada are 2nd with 4 points from 3 games.

Expected lineup South Africa (4-2-3-1): Ronwen Williams, Khuliso Mudau, Grant Kekana, Mothobi Mvala, Aubrey Modiba, Thalente Mbatha, Teboho Mokoena, Thapelo Maseko, Relebohile Mofokeng, Oswin Appollis, Evidence Makgopa. Expected lineup Canada (4-4-2): Maxime Crepeau, Alistair Johnston, Luc De Fougerolles, Derek Cornelius, Alphonso Davies, Tajon Buchanan, Stephen Eustaquio, Nathan Saliba, Jacob Shaffelburg, Jonathan David, Cyle Larin. Lineups are based on the most recent sources and may change before kickoff.

South Africa vs Canada kicks off on Sunday, 28 June 2026 at 21:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the World Cup 2026.

The referee for South Africa vs Canada in the World Cup 2026 is João Pinheiro.

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for South Africa vs Canada: 1. Canada's Offensive Volume: Canada averages 19 shots per match and an xG of 1.64, significantly higher than South Africa's average xG of 0.91. 2. The 'Davies' Factor: Captain Alphonso Davies is confirmed fit to start his first match of the tournament, providing a massive boost to Canada's left flank and transition speed. 3. South Africa's Defensive Block: Bafana Bafana have kept clean sheets for 174 consecutive minutes, relying on a disciplined low block that frustrates higher-ranked opponents..

Coach AI has identified the following key players for South Africa vs Canada. South Africa: Teboho Mokoena (Key Threat), Ronwen Williams (In Form). Canada: Jonathan David (In Form), Alphonso Davies (Key Threat).

Coach AI sees Canada as the stronger side in South Africa vs Canada. The full analysis with the expected score, xG and injuries is on this page.

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