It feels like just a few days ago when I was disappointed that Canada had lost their final round robin game to Switzerland. It was a big showdown, with the winner ultimately clinching Group B.
Canada would have clinched the group had they won. Additionally, they would have the advantage of playing their elimination round games at home in Canada.
However, the lost, 2-0.
Still, despite having to go on the road to Los Angeles for their first elimination game, they still managed to win. Their opponents were South Africa, who also had qualified for the elimination round for the first time ever. It was a tight contest, but Canada finally broke the deadlock when midfielder Stephen Eustáquio scored the game's only goal two minutes into extra time, just before the game was set to go into overtime.
So Canada not only won their first ever World Cup game earlier in the tournament, but they also advanced to the elimination round for the first time, too. Now, they won their first ever elimination round game and advance to the round of 16 for the first time ever, as well.
What a tournament for Canada!
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