South Africa national football team Bafana Bafana Secures Victory

South Africa national football team Bafana Bafana has reached the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a stunning 1-0 victory over South Korea. Thapelo Maseko scored the winning goal in the 63rd minute.

What happened?

The match took place at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 24, 2026. South Korea benched their star player, Son Heung-min, for the first half, which proved to be a costly decision.

Why it matters for South Africa national football team Bafana Bafana

This win marks a significant milestone for the team, as they advance to the Round of 32. They will face co-hosts Canada in Los Angeles.

What comes next?

South Africa national football team Bafana Bafana will look to build on this momentum as they move forward in the tournament. Their current standing is 4th in FIFA World Cup 2026, with 1 point from 2 games, and a recent form of DL.