G. Stephen plays as a defender for Irtysh. G. Stephen is a represents Nigeria, 25 years old, defender, currently at Irtysh. G. Stephen wears shirt number 22 for Irtysh. G. Stephen was born in Jos, Nigeria on 2000-08-22. G. Stephen is 185 cm cm tall and weighs 76 kg kg. G. Stephen's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across NB I, UEFA Europa Conference League, Premier League, Magyar Kupa, and other leagues. G. Stephen's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore G. Stephen season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
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IrtyshScudgie: Whether Andoni Iraola adopts his intelligent pressing and attack-minded football. Stephen: I would like to see us win another Premier League this season, but if not - and, being greedy, maybe both - I would love us to win another Champions League. Beating Borussia Monchengladbach in 1977 when I was a 10-year-old is still my favourite Liverpool moment!
Former England international Stephen Warnock was at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a BBC co-commentator. He sat down with Get French Football News to discuss France’s tournament so far and the impact ...
Former England international Stephen Warnock was at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a BBC co-commentator. He sat down with Get French Football News to discuss France’s tournament so far and the impact Mi...
Whoever survives this high-intensity clash will dramatically reshape the tournament landscape, and the path to the quarterfinals becomes much clearer once we break down the bracket scenarios. Canada and Morocco are colliding in a massive 2026 World Cup Round of 16 showdown, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for both nations. As two resilient squads in the midst of absolute dream runs prepare for a winner-takes-all clash, every single moment on the pitch carries monumental weight. Whoever survives this high-intensity clash will dramatically reshape the tournament landscape, and the path to the quarterfinals becomes much clearer once we break down the bracket scenarios. Canada arrives in Houston after making history with its first-ever men’s World Cup knockout victory, while Morocco continues another impressive campaign after eliminating the Netherlands on penalties. With both national teams chasing a place among the world’s final eight, the stakes could hardly be higher. The Reds have enjoyed their best-ever men’s World Cup campaign. Jesse Marsch’s side secured its maiden knockout-stage victory by defeating South Africa 1-0 thanks to Stephen Eustáquio’s dramatic stoppage-time winner, extending the nation’s growing reputation on the international stage. Morocco, meanwhile, has once again demonstrated why it remains one of the tournament favorites. The Atlas Lions advanced after surviving a tense penalty shootout against the Netherlands and have now stretched an impressive unbeaten run while continuing to impress under new head coach Mohamed Ouahbi. DateCanada’s OpponentStageResultJune 12, 2026Bosnia & HerzegovinaGroup StageTie (1-1)June 18, 2026QatarGroup StageWin (6-0)June 24, 2026SwitzerlandGroup StageLoss (1-2)June 28, 2026South AfricaRound of 32Win (1-0) The North African nation has also evolved considerably since its historic semifinal appearance in Qatar four years earlier. Ouahbi has introduced a more possession-based philosophy, relying on a younger squad that has combined technical quality with tactical flexibility throughout the tournament. DateOpponentStageResultJune 13, 2026BrazilGroup StageTie (1-1)June 19, 2026ScotlandGroup StageWin (1-0)June 24, 2026HaitiGroup StageWin (4-2)June 29, 2026NetherlandsRound of 32Win (1-1, 3-2 pens) What happens if Canada wins and Morocco loses? A Canadian victory would represent another historic milestone for the co-host nation. Canada would advance to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in its history, continuing an unforgettable tournament that has already produced several national firsts. After reaching the knockout stage and securing its maiden knockout victory, another triumph would place Canada among the competition’s final eight. Cyle Larin #9 of Canada celebrating. Should Canada emerge victorious, it would advance to the quarterfinals in Boston on July 9, where it would face the winner of France versus Paraguay. That matchup would present another enormous challenge, but Canada’s performances throughout the tournament have shown that the squad is capable of competing with higher-ranked opponents through organization, discipline, and relentless work rate. What if the match ends in a draw? Technically, a draw cannot stand as the final result in the Round of 16. If Canada and Morocco are level after the regulation 90 minutes, the match will continue into 30 minutes of extra time. Should neither side break the deadlock, the contest would then be decided by a penalty shootout. Ismael Kone of Canada. In other words, a draw only delays the decision; it does not change the bracket. Eventually, one national team will advance while the other sees its World Cup campaign come to an end. RoundPotential OpponentsQuarterfinals (July 9)France or ParaguaySemifinals (July 14)Likely Brazil, Norway, Mexico, or England What happens if Morocco wins and Canada loses? Should Morocco prevail, the Atlas Lions would book another place in the World Cup quarterfinals and continue building on the
It has been a fantastic World Cup for Canada, who want to improve on their best performance. Canada have not been regular participants at the World Cup, but the national team has continued to grow in recent years, and the 2026 edition marks just the third time in the country’s history that they have competed in the tournament. Their best-ever World Cup performance is the current campaign. Canada reached the Round of 16 after finishing second in Group B before defeating South Africa 1-0 in the Round of 32 with a late goal, putting them one match away from the quarterfinals. Advancing this far represents the greatest achievement in Canadian soccer history. After affiliating with FIFA in 1912, the country struggled for decades to make an impact on the world stage before establishing itself as a competitive national team. Previous appearances Albeit they had been a FIFA member for many years , Canada officially made their World Cup debut in 1986 after winning the CONCACAF Championship ahead of Honduras and Costa Rica in the final group. Eustaquio scored a historic goal (Alex Grimm/Getty Images= They were drawn into a very difficult group with France, Hungary and the Soviet Union, losing all three matches without scoring a goal before being eliminated in the group stage. Their second appearance came in 2022, ending a 36-year wait. Canada were again placed in a challenging group alongside Belgium, Croatia and Morocco, where they finished fourth after losing all three matches despite scoring their first-ever World Cup goal against Croatia. Their 2026 campaign The 2026 tournament has marked a historic breakthrough. Canada finished second in Group B after drawing 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina, beating Qatar 6-0 and losing 2-1 to Switzerland. They then earned their first-ever World Cup knockout victory by defeating South Africa 1-0 in the Round of 32 thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Stephen Eustaquio.
Alphonso Davies has not been named in Canada's starting XI, leaving many wondering why the Bayern Munich star will begin such a crucial knockout match on the bench as the co-host aims to continue its remarkable tournament run. Canada faces one of the biggest matches in its soccer history when it meets Morocco in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, but one major selection decision has immediately caught fans’ attention. Alphonso Davies has not been named in Canada’s starting XI, leaving many wondering why the Bayern Munich star will begin such a crucial knockout match on the bench as the co-host aims to continue its remarkable tournament run. Canada arrives in Houston full of confidence after claiming its first-ever men’s World Cup knockout victory, edging South Africa 1-0 thanks to Stephen Eustáquio’s dramatic stoppage-time winner. That result extended their scoring streak to six consecutive World Cup matches, highlighting the team’s steady growth on the biggest stage. Morocco, meanwhile, continues to build on the momentum created by its memorable 2022 campaign. The Atlas Lions eliminated the Netherlands in a penalty shootout to reach the Round of 16 and remain unbeaten in the tournament despite undergoing significant changes since reaching the semifinals four years earlier. Why Alphonso Davies isn’t starting The biggest surprise before kickoff came when the Reds confirmed that Alphonso Davies would not start against Morocco despite having returned from injury in the previous round. Today’s starters, presented by @GE_Appliances 🍁 Max in-between the sticks 🍁 Staqs and Niko in the midfield 🍁 JD and Tani up topALLEZ LES ROUGES!#CANMNT pic.twitter.com/apzQVjGPqk— CANMNT (@CANMNT_Official) July 4, 2026 The decision is rooted in careful fitness management following the severe hamstring injury Davies suffered while playing for Bayern Munich near the end of the club season. The injury forced the Canadian captain to miss the entire World Cup group stage as he followed a carefully managed rehabilitation program. Davies finally returned during Canada‘s Round of 32 victory over South Africa, entering as a 75th-minute substitute. Although his appearance lasted only 15 minutes, his pace and attacking threat immediately gave Canada another dimension during the closing stages before Eustaquio scored the decisive goal. Rather than risk overloading the star defender in his first start after such a lengthy absence, head coach Jesse Marsch and Canada’s medical staff have chosen to keep Davies available as a potential impact substitute later in the match. Alphonso Davies of Canada. Strategy that has already proved successful Canada’s coaching staff believes using Davies later in matches can maximize his strengths while reducing the risk of aggravating his injury. Against South Africa, Davies entered with fresh legs against tiring defenders and immediately stretched the field with his pace. His movement created additional attacking space as Les Rouges pushed for a late winner, a plan that eventually paid off when Eustaquio found the decisive goal deep into stoppage time. The same blueprint could be even more valuable against Morocco, whose disciplined defensive shape has frustrated opponents throughout the tournament. Introducing Davies during the second half could give Canada a fresh attacking weapon when spaces begin to open.
Check out Canada's official FIFA World Ranking, coefficient points, and knockout form guide before their historic 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match against Morocco. The stakes have dramatically heightened at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as an ambitious Canada squad prepares for a blockbuster Round of 16 showdown against a high-flying Morocco team in Houston. Having successfully cleared the opening hurdle of the knockout phase with a gritty 1-0 win over South Africa courtesy of Stephen Eustáquio’s injury-time winner, Jesse Marsch’s side is now just three wins away from an unthinkable final appearance. Heading onto the pitch to fight for a spot in the quarterfinals, Canada occupies the 30th position in the FIFA Men’s World Ranking with an official baseline pool of 1,571.34 points. The tactical obstacle standing in the way of a historic Canadian victory is an elite African powerhouse operating at the highest level of its modern history. Morocco commands the 6th spot globally on the Inside FIFA leaderboard, sitting comfortably on a world-class foundation of 1,788.86 points. Comparing Ranks and Bracket Fields Canada validated their tactical progression under Marsch by securing a historic knockout milestone in the Round of 32, building upon their runner-up finish in the initial phase. Morocco, meanwhile, survived an incredibly tense penalty shootout against the Netherlands to lock in their presence among the final 16 teams. The table below breaks down the baseline global rankings and tournament metrics for the two remaining challengers: CountryFIFA RankTotal Points BaselinePrevious Round OutcomeCanada30th1,571.34Advanced (1-0 vs. South Africa)Morocco6th1,788.86Advanced (Won on Penalties vs. Netherlands) Historical Growth To contextualize Canada’s presence inside the global top 30, the program’s structural evolution over the past decade has been remarkable. The national team bottomed out at an all-time structural floor between August and October 2014, when they plummeted to a lowly 122nd in the world. Following extensive tactical developments, they scaled a historic competitive peak of 26th globally in September 2025 before consolidating their position among the world’s top 30 footballing nations.
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Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke suffered a scary blow during the match against Morocco at the 2026 World Cup. Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke left fans concerned during the first half of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 clash against Morocco, after suffering a bloody head injury that briefly halted play at Monterrey Stadium. The incident occurred during a corner kick, when van Hecke went down on his own near the box, putting him in the wrong place at the wrong time as a Moroccan player accidentally kicked him in the head. The defender was left with a visible cut on his forehead, with blood quickly running down his face, in a clash that has been notably physical from the opening whistle. Medical staff rushed onto the field to treat the wound, and van Hecke was eventually able to jog to the sideline under his own power before being cleared to continue the match. Jan Paul van Hecke is bleeding from the head pic.twitter.com/TzWXTdKrjP— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) June 30, 2026 Canada awaits the winner Whoever comes through this physical encounter in Monterrey will not get much time to recover. The winner of the game between the Netherlands and Morocco is set to face Canada in the Round of 16 on July 4, at Houston Stadium, after the co-hosts edged past South Africa 1-0 thanks to a late goal from Stephen Eustaquio. It would mark Canada’s first-ever appearance in that stage of a World Cup, where Jesse Marsch’s men will have a hard test from whichever side advances out of this Round of 32 battle.
For long-suffering Canadian soccer fans, the scene after Sunday's win over South Africa was surreal, as though they were watching another country’s celebrations. Instead, Stephen Eustáquio’s winner made our own history.
Adrian Sousa from Rabona TV recaps Canada's dramatic 1-0 Round of 32 victory over South Africa, powered by Stephen Eustáquio's 92nd-minute match-winner. Canada’s historic journey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached another incredible milestone. On the latest edition of Rabona TV, host Adrian Sousa reacts to an unforgettable knockout performance that has completely altered the ceiling for the co-hosts. Listen to the full episode on Spotify to hear the complete tactical matchday review. The entire episode centers around Canada’s dramatic Round of 32 clash against South Africa. In a tight, tense tactical battle where neither side wanted to give an inch, midfielder Stephen Eustáquio emerged as the ultimate hero, striking a sensational 92nd-minute volley to seal a thrilling 1-0 victory. The historic win officially punches Canada’s ticket to the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in country history. Adrian breaks down the match structure, evaluating how the squad managed to maintain defensive discipline before finding their dramatic breakthrough in stoppage time. The conversation reflects on the sheer scale of the achievement, tracking Canada’s remarkable evolution from a team that historically struggled on the big stage to a legitimate knockout force. You can stream the entire celebratory recap right now. Check out the Rabona TV World Cup Update on Spotify to get the complete analysis of Eustáquio’s historic goal, standout individual performances, and early tactical keys for the next round.
Canada secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Captain Stephen Eustáquio scored the only goal of the match deep into stoppage time. The Canucks will face the winners of Monday's tie between the Netherlands and Morocco on July 4 in Houston.
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