Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterSunday will mark the beginning of the World Cup knockout stage with a clash between two sides who have never made it out of the groups before.Canada finished as runners-up to Switzerland in Group B after claiming four points in their three games, including a 6-0 pummelling of Qatar.South Africa meanwhile snatched qualification in the last game of Group A with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, having previously lost to Mexico and snatched a late point against the Czech Republic.ITV pundits and commentators for South Africa vs CanadaCanada and South Africa will now get the round of 32 under way at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, with kick-off set for midday local time (8pm local time).ITV have picked up the UK broadcast rights for Sunday's only game, with coverage set to begin on ITV at 7:15pm. You may like Switzerland vs Canada: Commentators, pundits and presenters Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for South Korea vs Czechia? Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for Mexico vs South Africa? Laura Woods will host the show from ITV's very impressive Brooklyn Studio with views of the Manhattan skyline. She will be joined in the studio by Bradley Wright-Phillips, Karen and Karen Carney to give their views on the first of the last-32 games.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.TOPICSSouth AfricaCanadaWorld CupWorld Cup 2026Steven ChickenSocial Links NavigationSteven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication,WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.
