{"id":1598,"date":"2026-06-26T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/south-africa-vs-canada-predictions-picks-odds-28-06-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T19:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T19:00:00","slug":"south-africa-vs-canada-predictions-picks-odds-28-06-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/south-africa-vs-canada-predictions-picks-odds-28-06-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"South Africa vs Canada Predictions, Picks & Odds – 28\/06\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \"\"\n World Cup<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \"South\n South Africa<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 28 Jun 2026<\/span>\n 20:00<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n \"Canada\"\n Canada<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Prediction:<\/span>\n
\n Canada to win<\/span>\n 1.72<\/a><\/span>\n <\/div>\n View Odds\"Dafabet\" ><\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n
\n Pick your prediction<\/span>\n
\"\" South Africa<\/a>Draw<\/a>\"\" Canada<\/a><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

South Africa vs Canada Predictions, Picks & Odds – 28\/06\/2026<\/h1>
\"\"World Cup · Round of 32<\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg> 28 Jun 2026<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Los Angeles Stadium<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Louis Hecq<\/span><\/div>
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South Africa vs Canada – Best bets of the match<\/h3>\n
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Bookmaker<\/th>1<\/th>X<\/th>2<\/th>Bonus info<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
Dafabet<\/strong><\/td>5.40<\/a><\/td>3.70<\/a><\/td>1.72<\/a><\/td>View Odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
1xBet<\/strong><\/td>5.68<\/a><\/td>3.66<\/a><\/td>1.77<\/a><\/td>View Odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
MelBet<\/strong><\/td>5.45<\/a><\/td>3.52<\/a><\/td>1.70<\/a><\/td>View Odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Stake<\/strong><\/td>5.50<\/span><\/td>3.60<\/span><\/td>1.70<\/span><\/td>View Odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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<\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n
2: Canada to win<\/div>\n
\n 1.72<\/a><\/span>\n on Dafabet\"Dafabet\"<\/span>\n · Confidence Medium<\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 27 Jun 2026 at 21:48 · Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/svg>Competition:<\/strong> World Cup<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/line><\/svg>Stage:<\/strong> Round of 32<\/span><\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg>Date:<\/strong> 28 Jun 2026<\/span><\/div>
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg>Time:<\/strong> 20:00 BST<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/circle><\/svg>Stadium:<\/strong> Los Angeles Stadium<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>

South Africa vs Canada Preview<\/h2>

South Africa enter this Round of 32 clash riding an extraordinary wave of momentum. After a bruising opening defeat to Mexico, coach Hugo Broos reshuffled his lineup and the response was remarkable: a gritty draw followed by a clean-sheet victory that secured their first-ever knockout berth. Their defence has been watertight for over 174 minutes without conceding, though their attacking output remains a genuine concern with limited chances created per match.<\/p>

Canada have transformed since their winless 2022 campaign, and the co-hosts carry serious firepower into this elimination fixture. Jonathan David's hat-trick in the dominant group-stage rout of Qatar underlined their clinical edge. The return of Stephen Eustaquio to midfield strengthens their creativity, while Alphonso Davies is expected to make his first start after recovering from a hamstring issue. Losing Ismael Kone to a fractured leg is a blow, but Canada's squad depth should absorb it.<\/p>

Canada's attacking numbers make a compelling case for backing the away win at 1.72<\/a>. The Canadians have averaged 2.7 goals per game compared to South Africa's 0.7, while generating 19 shots and 13 chances created per match. That 6-0 demolition of Qatar, with Jonathan David<\/strong> bagging a hat-trick, demonstrated the kind of ruthless finishing that Bafana Bafana's defence will struggle to contain across 90 minutes.<\/p>

South Africa have kept things tight at the back, conceding nothing in over 174 minutes heading into this fixture. However, their attacking output remains a serious concern, averaging just 11.3 shots per game. Coach Hugo Broos will set up with defensive discipline, but Canada's pace in transition, particularly with Alphonso Davies<\/strong> expected to make his first start, poses a different level of threat to anything South Africa faced in the group stage.<\/p>

The return of Stephen Eustaquio<\/strong> to Canada's midfield adds creative control, offsetting the loss of Ismael Kone to a fractured leg. Over 2.5 goals at N\/A also warrants attention given Canada's prolific output. South Africa's resilience could keep this competitive early, but the weight of attacking quality favours Canada to progress. Our recommended selection is a Canada victory<\/strong>.<\/p>

Questo articolo è a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa.<\/p>

Trends to Know about South Africa vs Canada<\/h2>
  • Canada average 2.7 goals per game<\/li>
  • South Africa create just 7.3 chances per game<\/li>
  • Canada outshoot South Africa 19 to 11.3<\/li><\/ul>
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    Form & Statistics: South Africa vs Canada<\/h3>\n
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    South Africa<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    W<\/span>D<\/span>L<\/span>D<\/span>L<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n

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    2.1<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    47%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    1<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.1<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>
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    Canada<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    L<\/span>W<\/span>D<\/span>D<\/span>W<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>2\/5 (40%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n

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    2.7<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    50%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    2<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    0.7<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Statistic<\/th>South Africa<\/th><\/th>Canada<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
    Last 5 results<\/td>1W 2D 2L<\/td>·<\/td>2W 2D 1L<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals scored<\/td>1.0<\/td>·<\/td>2.0<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals conceded<\/td>1.1<\/td>·<\/td>0.7<\/td><\/tr>
    Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td>4\/5<\/td>·<\/td>3\/5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n<\/div>
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    \n Probable lineup<\/span>\n

    Lineups: South Africa vs Canada<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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    South Africa<\/h4>
    4-2-3-1<\/div>

    Starters<\/p>

    1. 1<\/span> Ronwen Williams<\/li>
    2. 2<\/span> Khuliso Mudau<\/li>
    3. 3<\/span> Ime Okon<\/li>
    4. 4<\/span> Mbekezeli Mbokazi<\/li>
    5. 5<\/span> Aubrey Modiba<\/li>
    6. 6<\/span> Teboho Mokoena<\/li>
    7. 7<\/span> Thalente Mbatha<\/li>
    8. 8<\/span> Thapelo Maseko<\/li>
    9. 9<\/span> Relebohile Mofokeng<\/li>
    10. 10<\/span> Oswin Appollis<\/li>
    11. 11<\/span> Evidence Makgopa<\/li><\/ol>

      Bench<\/p>

      • Ricardo Goss<\/li>
      • Sipho Chaine<\/li>
      • Khulumani Ndamane<\/li>
      • Olwethu Makhanya<\/li>
      • Bradley Cross<\/li>
      • Nkosinathi Sibisi<\/li>
      • Jayden Adams<\/li>
      • Sphephelo Sithole<\/li>
      • Tshepang Moremi<\/li>
      • Lyle Foster<\/li>
      • Iqraam Rayners<\/li>
      • Themba Zwane<\/li><\/ul><\/div>

        Canada<\/h4>
        4-3-3<\/div>

        Starters<\/p>

        1. 1<\/span> Maxime Crepeau<\/li>
        2. 2<\/span> Alistair Johnston<\/li>
        3. 3<\/span> Moise Bombito<\/li>
        4. 4<\/span> Derek Cornelius<\/li>
        5. 5<\/span> Alphonso Davies<\/li>
        6. 6<\/span> Nathan Saliba<\/li>
        7. 7<\/span> Stephen Eustaquio<\/li>
        8. 8<\/span> Mathieu Choiniere<\/li>
        9. 9<\/span> Tajon Buchanan<\/li>
        10. 10<\/span> Jonathan David<\/li>
        11. 11<\/span> Cyle Larin<\/li><\/ol>

          Bench<\/p>

          • Dayne St Clair<\/li>
          • Owen Goodman<\/li>
          • Luc de Fougerolles<\/li>
          • Joel Waterman<\/li>
          • Niko Sigur<\/li>
          • Richie Laryea<\/li>
          • Ali Ahmed<\/li>
          • Liam Millar<\/li>
          • Marcelo Flores<\/li>
          • Jacob Shaffelburg<\/li>
          • Jonathan Osorio<\/li>
          • Tani Oluwaseyi<\/li>
          • Promise David<\/li><\/ul>

            Absent<\/p>

            • Ismael Kone (fractured leg)<\/span><\/li>
            • Alfie Jones (ankle injury)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

              Medium confidence<\/p>\n<\/div>

              A compact 4-2-3-1 vs 4-3-3<\/strong> contest shapes up here, with South Africa looking to funnel play through the double pivot and release Relebohile Mofokeng in the attacking third, while Canada's width through Alphonso Davies<\/strong> and Tajon Buchanan will test Bafana Bafana's full-backs relentlessly.<\/p>

              Jonathan David leads Canada's line against a South African backline that will need to hold its shape under sustained pressure. Both probable XIs carry genuine quality, and with confidence levels similar across sources for each side, this is as settled a picture as you will get before kickoff.<\/p>

              How to Watch South Africa vs Canada Match?<\/h2>

              What time is South Africa vs Canada?<\/h3>

              South Africa vs Canada kicks off at Los Angeles Stadium on 28 June 2026 at 20:00 local time.<\/p>

              Where is South Africa vs Canada being played?<\/h3>

              This World Cup Round of 32 fixture takes place at Los Angeles Stadium<\/strong> in Los Angeles, California.<\/p>

              How Can I Watch South Africa vs Canada on TV and Live Stream?<\/h2>

              South Africa vs Canada will be broadcast on major networks; check local FIFA World Cup listings for your region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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