'A perfect shot': This World Cup player's remarkable journey to a game-winning goal
Canada's historic goal against South Africa was scored by Stephen Eustáquio, a product of the country's vibrant, football-obsessed Portuguese community.
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Notable Quotes
""I mean, it couldn't be better than that," said José, who watched Sunday's game on television."
— José Eustáquio , Other
""I have big dreams when it comes to playing for Canada," he said in an announcement video at the time."
— Stephen Eustáquio , Athlete
""This group puts flesh and bone on the promise Canada has long projected to the world: families arriving, settling, working, struggling, raising children, and building excellence in communities across the country.""
— Aftab Ahmed , Academic
Key People
Aftab Ahmed is a columnist and policy analyst who commented on the diversity of the Canadian men's national football team.
José Eustáquio is a cousin of Stephen Eustáquio who expressed pride in his cousin's achievement during the World Cup.
Mauro Eustáquio is a retired professional football player and the head coach for local team Inter Toronto FC.
Stephen Eustáquio is a Canadian soccer player and captain of the national team.
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Canada's historic goal against South Africa was scored by Stephen Eustáquio, a product of the country's vibrant, football-obsessed Portuguese community.
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