South Africa Qualifies for FIFA World Cup Knockout Stage, Marking Historic First

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Published: 2026-06-25
Category: sports
Source: Al Jazeera
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South Africa's national football team has achieved a historic milestone by advancing to the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time. Their qualification was secured following a 1-0 victory against South Korea. This marks a significant moment for the nation, which last participated in the tournament as hosts in 2010.

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