South Africa vs Canada Prediction 6/28/2026 Round of 32 Picks

In this article we will formulate a South Africa vs Canada prediction for this World Cup game on Sunday, June 28th at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

South Africa Betting Preview

South Africa comes into this match after they defeated South Korea by a score of 1-0 in their last game. South Africa was tied 0-0 at halftime, but they scored in the 63rd minute for the win. South Africa recorded 13 total shots, four shots on target, and had 32% of the possession in the game. South Africa got their goal from Maseko, while four players had one shot on target and Williams made two saves in net. 

South Africa finished second in Group A with four points and they started the tournament with a loss to Mexico by a score of 2-0 and a draw with Czechia by a score of 1-1 in their first two matches. Maseko and Mokoena have South Africa’s two goals at this tournament, while Moremi has one assist. Makgopa has led the team with three shots on target, while Williams has made nine saves in total. 

Canada Betting Preview

Canada comes into this match after they lost to Switzerland by a score of 2-1 in their third game. Canada allowed two goals in the first 13 minutes of the second half, but they did score in the 76th minute to avoid the shutout. Canada recorded 13 total shots, seven shots on target, and had 45% of the possession in the game. Canada got their goal from David, while David had three shots on target and Crepeau made two saves in the loss. 

Canada finished second in Group B with four points, which was three points behind Switzerland in first. Canada started the tournament with a 1-1 draw with Bosnia & Herzegovina and a 6-0 win over Qatar in their first two games. Canada has had goals from David (3), Larin (2), Saliba, and P. David, while Saliba has two assists and P. David has one assist. Jonathan David has led the team with seven shots on target, while Crepeau had made four saves in the first three game. 

South Africa vs Canada Prediction

South Africa was able to upset South Korea in their last match to advance to the Round of 32 and they will be looking for another upset here. South Africa really struggled against Mexico and Czechia, but they scored late against Czechia to get a draw in their second game, which gave them plenty of momentum. Canada’s best result was a blowout win over Qatar, but they conceded once to Bosnia & Herzegovina and twice to Switzerland. Canada is the slightly better side, but I think South Africa can sit back and force extra time. Take South Africa +0.5 here.

David Racey's Pick: South Africa +0.5