South Africa's Incredible World Cup Comeback

Thapelo Maseko was the hero as South Africa stunned South Korea in their Group A finale on Wednesday, scoring the only goal of the match to send Bafana Bafana into the World Cup knockout stage for the first time.

The team had been written off after a 4-1 drubbing by Mexico in their opener but rebounded with a draw against China and this famous win.

The result reignites pride and nostalgia in South Africa, as the class of 2026 carved out a new page in the nation’s football history.

Next up is a meeting with Group B runner-up Canada in Los Angeles.