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'A perfect shot': This World Cup player's remarkable journey to a game-winning goal

'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.

June 29, 2026 at 10:28 PM Original source
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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

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'A perfect shot': This World Cup player's remarkable journey to a game-winning goal
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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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