South Africa stun South Korea, advance in second place from Group A (opens original article in a new tab)

South Africa stunned South Korea 1-0 in their Group A finale, securing a World Cup knockout stage berth for the first time. The win came after Mexico defeated Czech Republic, allowing South Africa to finish second in the group.

• South Africa defeated South Korea 1-0 in Group A to advance to the World Cup knockout stage
• South Africa needed a win and a Czech Republic loss to Mexico to progress
• South Korea remains in contention as a best third-place team if other results favor them