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Maseko strike sends South Africa into first World Cup knockouts with win over South Korea
South Africa celebrated a first World Cup knockout berth with jubilant scenes on Wednesday after Thapelo Maseko’s second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea, who still have a chance of advancing as one of the eight best third-placed teams.
TL;DR
- South Africa secured their first-ever World Cup knockout berth by defeating South Korea 1-0.
- Thapelo Maseko scored the winning goal in the 63rd minute.
- South Africa will face co-hosts Canada in Los Angeles on June 28.
- Mexico won Group A with a 3-0 victory over Czechia.
- South Korea has three points and a chance to advance as a best third-placed team.
- South Africa had previously failed to advance from the group stage in 1998, 2002, and 2010.