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History makers: Bafana Bafana defy critics to defeat South Korea and reach World Cup last 32

South Africa sensationally secured their place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time in their history with a 1-0 win over South Korea in Monterrey.

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Sithole opens up after challenging World Cup start

The support of his teammates and head coach Hugo Broos was enough for Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole to recover from the opening game blues and he is now ready to deliver the team to the FIFA 2026 World Cup knockout phase.

Bafana Bafana warm-up in Atlanta

How can I watch Bafana Bafana battle South Korea in the FIFA World Cup 2026?

South Africa will take on South Korea in a must-win FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A fixture at the Estadio Monterrey in Guadalupe on Thursday.

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos before Czechia game

Broos embraces high stakes South Korea test with history on the line

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says they are highly motivated to make history and reach the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup for the first time tomorrow evening (Thursday morning in SA).

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Bafana skipper praises Hugo Broos response to criticism

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has praised coach Hugo Broos for remaining composed under intense scrutiny following South Africa's difficult start to their FIFA World Cup campaign.

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos and Mudau

Broos shifts attention to South Korea as Bafana eye history

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has compared South Korea to powered and rechargeable batteries, saying their long-lasting energy on the pitch is one of their strengths, and they will have to keep up with that.

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