South Africa vs Canada Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Jun 2026
South Africa vs Canada Predictions
Canada look like a standout wager when it comes to the Full-Time Result market. There are betting odds of -143 that the Reds overcome South Africa and we’re confident that this is a value play.
Continue reading for our complete South Africa vs Canada betting analysis, delivering an in-depth look at our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks and bet builder tips.
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South Africa face co-hosts Canada in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium), with kick-off set for 15:00 on Sunday 28 June.
Los Angeles Stadium is an open-air venue where clear, sunny skies and a temperature of 23°C (73°F) are expected at kick-off
South Africa finished second behind Mexico in Group A with four points and a goal difference of -1. They opened the tournament with a 2-0 defeat against Mexico before drawing 1-1 with the Czech Republic.
In their final group match, Bafana Bafana secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea at Monterrey Stadium. Despite having just 32% possession, they recorded four shots on target, with Thapelo Maseko scoring the winner in the 63rd minute.
Canada also collected four points, finishing second behind Switzerland in Group B with a goal difference of +5. Jesse Marsch's side began with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina before thrashing Qatar 6-0.
They then suffered a 2-1 defeat against Switzerland in Vancouver. Although Canada managed seven shots on target and 43% possession, Promise David's goal proved only a consolation.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The teams have played each other once before, with South Africa winning a friendly 2-0 in 2007.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  South Africa |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 2 |  Canada |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 8:3 | 4 |
South Africa have 3 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 13.1 attempts. Hugo Broos' team have averaged 55.1% possession, 463.9 passes and 3.9 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.3 goals from 3.4 shots on goal, 10.9 attempts and 4.7 corners.
Lyle Foster and Oswin Appollis are the leading goalscorers with 2, while Thapelo Maseko has 1. Tshepang Moremi and Lyle Foster are top assists makers with 2, while goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has kept one clean sheet.
Canada have 4 victories, 4 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 3.3 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts. The Reds have averaged 54.4% possession, 7.4 corners taken and 3.2 corners against, while conceding 2.3 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 7.4 attempts.
Jonathan David has scored 6 goals, followed by Nathan Saliba and Tajon Buchanan on 3. Nathan Saliba has been the top assist maker on 2, with Maxime Crepeau notching one clean sheet in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
South Africa confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ronwen Williams (GK), Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Aubrey Maphosa Modiba, Teboho Mokoena, Sphephelo Sithole, Thapelo Maseko, Relebohile Mofokeng, Oswin Appollis, Evidence Makgopa.
Canada confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Maxime Crepeau (GK), Alistair Johnston, Moise Bombito, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea, Tajon Buchanan, Nathan Saliba, Stephen Eustaquio, Liam Millar, Tani Oluwaseyi, Jonathan David.
Main Match Prediction
We really like Canada at odds of -143 to win this Round of 32 game, with this bet making lots of appeal. There’s a nice potential return and we think a victory could be on the cards.
Despite losing their home advantage, we are backing Canada to come out on top. The Reds impressed throughout the group stage and even in defeat against Switzerland they showed enough quality to suggest they have the edge over South Africa.
The underlying numbers also favour Canada, particularly in terms of expected goals and overall attacking output. While Bafana Bafana deserve credit for reaching the knockout stages, we expect their World Cup journey to come to an end here.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (competitive matches):
Our football betting tips are provided off the back of having access to the very latest team news. We also think it’s vital to study the form guide and delve into the most pertinent World Cup stats before coming up with a verdict.
According to the odds, there’s a 58.8% likelihood of our pick winning. However, we have this number between 65-70% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Canada are available to back at +650 to secure a 2-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Evidence Makgopa (South Africa) has had one or more shots on goal in back-to-back games. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the +143 when it comes to this Shots on Target wager.
Jonathan David (Canada) has registered four goals in his past four games. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +165.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve lined up a bet builder including these picks: Canada to win, two or less goals to be scored and also Evidence Makgopa (South Africa) to have at minimum of one shot on target.
A football bet builder is a fantastic way of cheering on different selections within the same game. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
South Africa vs Canada Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Canada are forecasted to have a 54% chance of triumphing in this World Cup encounter according to the bookmakers. It leads to their latest betting odds being -118. South Africa are the +375 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
There are two Asian Handicap options and they are Canada -0.5 at -120 or alternatively South Africa +0.5. Either go for the favourites to win or opt for the latter and get the draw on your side at -102.
The Total Goals market is a great option and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now. Both Teams to Score No is chalked up at -133 for anyone predicting one side or more to fail to find the net.
There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the World Cup coupon and we recommend visiting the best betting sites to find the football wager that matches your view on the game.
Jonathan David can be backed to find the net anytime at +170. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +410.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
South Africa Stats
Canada Stats
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.30 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.86 corners awarded and 4.71 corners conceded in the last 7 matches
- An average of 3.67 corners awarded and 6.00 corners against in the last 3 home matches
- An average of 8.57 corners awarded in the last 7 matches
- An average of 9.67 corners awarded in the last 3 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 3 of the last 7 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 3 home matches
- An average of 7.40 corners awarded and 3.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 55.14% possession in the last 7 matches
- An average of 51.67% possession in the last 3 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 7 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 3 home matches
South Africa vs Canada Lineups & Team News
Stay ahead of the game by checking the South Africa vs Canada team news before betting. Receive the predicted and confirmed World Cup lineups from us, plus the most recent injury updates.
South Africa Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Canada Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
South Africa Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Canada Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
South Africa Substitutes
- 2Thabang Matuludi
- 3Khulumani Ndamane
- 5Thalente Mbatha
- 8Tshepang Moremi
- 9Lyle Foster
- 15Iqraam Rayners
- 16Sipho Chaine
- 18Samukelo Kabini
- 19Nkosinathi Sibisi
- 22Ricardo Goss
- 23Jayden Adams
- 24Olwethu Makhanya
- 25Kamogelo Sebelebele
- 26Bradley Cross
Canada Substitutes
- 1Dayne St. Clair
- 3Alfie Jones
- 4Luc De Fougerolles
- 5Joel Waterman
- 6Mathieu Choiniere
- 9Cyle Larin
- 14Jacob Shaffelburg
- 18Owen Goodman
- 19Alphonso Davies
- 20Ali Ahmed
- 21Jonathan Osorio
- 23Niko Sigur
- 24Promise David
- 26Jayden Nelson
Previous South Africa Lineups
Previous Canada Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
South Africa Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Hugo Broos
Canada Player Stats & Squad
World Cup Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and H. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 4 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Curacao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:9 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 | Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:7 | 6 |
| 3 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:4 | 0 |
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