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South Africa advances to World Cup knockout stage after beating South Korea

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:21 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

South Africa advances to World Cup knockout stage after beating South Korea
Summary

South Africa’s football team secured a historic advancement to the knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating South Korea 1-0 in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 25. Thapelo Maseko’s goal in the 63rd minute propelled the team to a stunning victory, coming after a challenging group stage that included a loss and a draw. The win has sparked celebrations across South Africa, with fans expressing pride in the team’s resilience and accomplishments. Following the match, coach Hugo Broos reflected on the emotional significance of this win as it may mark the end of his managerial career.

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  • •South Africa's win over South Korea occurred on June 25, 2026.
  • •Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal in the 63rd minute.
  • •This victory follows a group stage of mixed results for South Africa.
  • •Fans celebrated the historic achievement across the nation and abroad.
  • •Coach Hugo Broos remarked on the emotional weight of the moment.
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  • 8:21 AMYahoo Sports — South Africa fans hail historic World Cup knockout entry after Korea win
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The nation’s shock win against South Korea quelled criticism back at home after doubts about coach Hugo Broos’ team.

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