FIFA World Cup 2026: Alphonso Davies comes on in the 75th minute against South Africa in the round of 16

Alphonso Davies makes his first start at this year's World Cup — 75th-minute substitute; South Africa–Canada 0–0 (in progress).

Canada defender Alphonso Davies came on as a 75th-minute substitute for Taijon Buchanan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against South Africa. The competition is now underway; The score remains 0–0. ![Image](https://img.championat.com/s/1200x630/news/big/m/w/alfonso-devis-vpervye-vyshel.jpg) Davies missed the group stage games due to the need to fully recover from the injury. This will be his first appearance in this year's World Cup. Group stage results: South Africa finished second in Group A with 4 points; Canada finished second in Group B with 4 points. Current graduate Argentina. The 2022 final ended in a 3–3 draw between Argentina and France, with Argentina winning on penalty shoot-out. --- ## Related Articles 1. [Mundial 2026](https://maidaansports.com/hi/news/16-fifa-2026) 2. [World Cup 2026: Scots not living up to expectations](https://verrikalam.com/ta/news/2026-310)