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Three key battles that could decide Bafana’s historic Round of 32 clash with Canada
Sunday Tribune
|June 28, 2026
BAFANA Bafana will play in their first-ever Fifa World Cup knockout match when they face Canada at the Los Angeles Stadium tonight (9pm).
It is a high-stakes clash that could ultimately be decided by the finest of details, tactical strategies, and moments of individual brilliance.
Given that both sides are navigating unfamiliar territory at this stage of the competition, key individuals will need to rise to the occasion and carry their nations into the Round of 16.
Below, we look at the three key matchups that could decide the tie.
Mbekezeli Mbokazi (Bafana) vs Jonathan David (Canada)
Mbokazi has been one of the standout centre-backs at this World Cup, marshalling Bafana’s defence and reading the game with sheer maturity despite being only 20 years old.
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