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    FIFA WC: A proud moment for South Africa, says the Govt as it hails nations first knockout spot
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    FIFA WC: 'A Proud Moment For South Africa', Says The Govt As It Hails Nation's First Knockout Spot

    By IANS News June 25, 2026 • 21:18 PM View: 56
    FIFA World Cup: The South African government hailed the Bafana Bafana's historic qualification for the knockout stage in the FIFA World Cup 2026, describing the achievement as "a proud moment for South Africa" after the national team progressed beyond the group phase for the first time.

    South Africa secured a place in the Round of 32 with a 1-0 victory over South Korea in its final Group A match, finishing second in the standings and extending its campaign into the knockout rounds.

    Congratulating the team, the government praised the players for their determination and composure on one of football's biggest stages.

    TAGS South Africa FIFA World Cup South African Bafana Bafana South Korea South Africans
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