Canada’s Promise David (24) takes a shot on goal as Switzerland’s Granit Xhaka (10) defends during the second half of a World Cup Group B soccer match, in Vancouver, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
By The Canadian Press
Jun 25, 2026 | 7:23 AM
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern:
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Canada is training in Vancouver on Thursday as it turns its attention to Sunday’s Round of 32 match against South Africa in Los Angeles. South Africa secured the matchup by upsetting South Korea 1-0 last night, finishing second in Group A. Canada lost 2-1 to Switzerland yesterday but still reached the knockout stage for the first time by finishing runner-up in Group B. Questions about captain Alphonso Davies’ availability persist after coach Jesse Marsch admitted he dressed the injured star as a “decoy,” saying Switzerland spent part of its pre-match preparation planning for Davies even though he did not play.
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