South Africa 1–0 South Korea: Maseko Strike Sends Bafana Bafana Through

South Africa booked their place in the Round of 32 with a battling 1–0 victory over South Korea at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Maseko's second-half strike proving decisive in a tense, finely-balanced contest.

Both sides knew the stakes, and the first half was a cautious, tactical affair with clear chances at a premium.

Maseko the Hero

The defining moment arrived on 63 minutes. Maseko got on the end of Tashreeq Moremi's pass and finished to send the Bafana Bafana supporters into raptures.

South Korea pushed for the equaliser that would have kept their own hopes alive, but South Africa defended with discipline and determination to protect their lead and the qualification it secured.

Group A Picture

The win lifts South Africa to four points and second place in Group A, behind only the all-conquering hosts Mexico, and into the knockout rounds. South Korea finish third on three points, their fate now resting — slimly — on the best third-placed standings.

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