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 they 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 square off against Canada at Los Angeles Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Sunday 28 June.
South Africa were winners last time out. Landing a 1-0 World Cup victory against South Korea at Monterrey Stadium. Bafana Bafana had just 32% possession and recorded four shots on target, with Thapelo Maseko netting the winner in the 63rd minute.
Canada lost in their previous game. Switzerland won 2-1 at BC Place in the World Cup. Jesse Marsch's side had seven shots on goal and 43% possession, while Promise David was on the scoresheet.
| 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. They 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.
Main Match Prediction
We really like Canada at odds of -143 to win this World Cup game, with this bet making lots of appeal. There’s a nice potential return and we think a victory could be on the cards.
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.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
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 +600 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 59% chance of triumphing in this World Cup encounter according to the bookmakers. It leads to their latest betting odds being -143. South Africa are the +450 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
Canada are -112 if you take them on the Asian Handicap at -0.75. Stakes are split between -0.5 and -1 which means you need a 2+ goal win for a full payout. A one-goal victory means a return with half your stake and the other half refunded.
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 -147 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 +165. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +380.
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
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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.
Previous South Africa Lineups
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Manager: Hugo Broos
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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 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Egypt | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 4 |
| 2 | Iran | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2:2 | 2 |
| 3 | Belgium | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1:1 | 2 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:5 | 1 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 6 |
| 2 | Austria | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 3 | Algeria | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Jordan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:5 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 6 |
| 2 | Portugal | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6:1 | 4 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:8 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 4 |
| 2 | Ghana | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 3 | Croatia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Panama | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:2 | 0 |
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