The knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup has begun with a match between South Africa and Canada in Los Angeles. Canada will be without key players Cyle Larin and Alphonso Davies in their starting lineup. The winner of this round of 32 match will advance to face the Netherlands, should the Dutch team defeat Morocco. This opening knockout fixture kicks off at 9:00 PM local time. The outcome will determine which team progresses further in the tournament. The Netherlands’ potential clash with either South Africa or Canada hinges on their own performance against Morocco. This match marks the start of intense competition as teams battle for a place in the later stages of the World Cup.