South Africa made history at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey on June 24, 2026, beating South Korea 1-0 to book their first-ever knockout stage appearance at a FIFA World Cup. Thapelo Maseko’s 63rd-minute strike sent Bafana Bafana into the Round of 32 and eliminated South Korea from the tournament.
Match Summary
It was a tight, tactical match between two sides with everything to play for. South Africa grew into the game and were rewarded when Maseko latched onto a chance inside the box and fired past the South Korean keeper to break the deadlock. South Korea pushed for an equaliser in the final stages but could not find a way through a resolute South African defence that stood firm to the final whistle.
Key Moments
- 63′ – South Africa GOAL: Thapelo Maseko (1-0)
Final Score
South Africa 1 – 0 South Korea
Group A | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey | June 24, 2026
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