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South Africa ties Czech Republic in World Cup match, keeps hopes alive

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:12 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

South Africa ties Czech Republic in World Cup match, keeps hopes alive

Summary

South Africa secured a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in a World Cup match held in Atlanta on Thursday. Michal Sadilek scored early for the Czechs, but Teboho Mokoena equalized with a penalty late in the game, marking South Africa's first World Cup goal in 16 years. Both teams now have one point, needing a win in their final Group A matches to advance. South Africa's next challenge comes against South Korea, while the Czech Republic faces co-hosts Mexico.

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By the Numbers

•Match played on June 18, 2026, in Atlanta.
•Czech Republic led 1-0 until late in the match.
•South Africa scored their first World Cup goal since 2010.
•Both teams have one point in Group A standings.
•Final group matches will determine advancement to knockout stage.

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6:12 PMYahoo Sports — South Africa hold Czechs, keep World Cup knockout dream alive

What they're saying

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Teboho Mokoena's penalty kept South Africa's dream of reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time alive after a 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic in Atlanta on Thursday.Now in their fourth attempt, South Africa have never progressed beyond the group stage at the World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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