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South Africa's Knockout Hopes Hinge on Korea Match
18 Jun
Summary
- South Africa's World Cup advancement depends on winning its final group match.
- The crucial game against South Korea is set for June 24 in Monterrey.
- Tickets for the match are reselling for prices starting at $641.
South Africa faces a pivotal moment in the 2026 World Cup as they prepare for their final Group A match against South Korea on Wednesday, June 24. The game will be held in Monterrey, Mexico, with kickoff scheduled for 9 p.m. ET.
Following a 2-0 loss to Mexico and a subsequent 1-1 draw with Czechia, South Africa's path to the knockout stage is narrow. With only one point accumulated so far, a win against South Korea is essential to keep their tournament aspirations alive.
Tickets for this decisive encounter are available on the resale market, with the cheapest options starting at $641. The World Cup format involves 12 groups of four teams, with the top two from each group advancing to the Round of 32, along with the eight best third-place teams.
