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South Africa Beats South Korea, Advances to Knockouts

6/26/2026

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South Africa Advances

South Africa advanced to the knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Guadalupe, Mexico, on June 24, 2026.
Forward Thapelo Maseko scored in the 63rd minute from a cross delivered by midfielder Tshepang Moremi.
South Africa finished second in Group A behind host Mexico, which won all three group matches.
The B-team will face Group B runner-up Canada in a knockout match on Sunday in Inglewood, California.

Summary

South Africa Qualifies

South Africa beat South Korea to reach the World Cup knockout round, ending group-stage exits in 1998, 2002 and 2010.
Coach Hugo Broos called the win a “fantastic experience” and said the squad has developed since earlier World Cups.
Fans gathered in South African cities, waving flags and celebrating the win.
South Korea dominated possession but created few chances, with Son Heung-min’s halftime entry failing to sharpen the attack.

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South Africa Advances

South Africa advanced to the knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Guadalupe, Mexico, on June 24, 2026.
Forward Thapelo Maseko scored in the 63rd minute from a cross delivered by midfielder Tshepang Moremi.
South Africa finished second in Group A behind host Mexico, which won all three group matches.
The B-team will face Group B runner-up Canada in a knockout match on Sunday in Inglewood, California.

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