Alistair Johnston: We're Writing Canadian Sports History

Canadian defender Alistair Johnston couldn't hide his delight after the 1-0 victory over South Africa, a result that secured Canada's spot in the FIFA World Cup knockout stages.

“Overall, it was a near-perfect performance. This is a historic moment. We know we're not just writing Canadian football history, but Canadian sports history, and it's magical. It's just a magical moment. You see Steph running after the goal, and the whole team chasing him. It's one of those moments we'll never forget. Next week, we'll have a chance to face a true Goliath. And we're all very excited about that,” the 27-year-old stated.

In the Round of 16, Canada will face the winner of the match between the Netherlands and Morocco.