South Africa vs Korea Republic Result: South Africa 1–0 Korea Republic — World Cup 2026 Matchday 3
Quick answer: South Africa 1–0 Korea Republic at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey on June 24, 2026 — Group A, Match 54. Scorers: South Africa: Thapelo Maseko (63').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | South Africa 1–0 Korea Republic |
| Group | A |
| Match | #54 (Matchday 3) |
| Date | June 24, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 22:00 |
| Venue | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 3 |
| Goal scorers | South Africa: Thapelo Maseko 63' |
Goal Scorers
- 63'Thapelo Maseko
No goals
Match Summary
South Africa beat Korea Republic 1-0 at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike was enough to keep Bafana Bafana in the Group A hunt behind Mexico.
Player of the match: Thapelo Maseko.
Key Moments
- Both sides created chances in a tight first half.
- Thapelo Maseko broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute.
- Korea Republic pressed late but could not find an equaliser.
- South Africa record a vital clean sheet in Monterrey.
Group A Standings After Matchday 3
South Africa climb to four points in Group A. Korea Republic stay on one point and must beat Czechia on the final matchday while hoping other results favour them.
See live World Cup 2026 standings and the results hub.
What This Means for South Africa & Korea Republic
South Africa take three points from Matchday 3. Korea Republic must respond on Matchday 3.
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What's Next — Matchday 3
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| South Africa | Full schedule — Group A |
| Korea Republic | Full schedule — Group A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the South Africa vs Korea Republic score at World Cup 2026?
South Africa 1–0 Korea Republic — played at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey on June 24, 2026 (Group A, Matchday 3).
Who won South Africa vs Korea Republic World Cup 2026?
South Africa won 1–0.
Where was South Africa vs Korea Republic played?
Estadio BBVA, Monterrey — kickoff 22:00 local time.
What group is South Africa vs Korea Republic in?
Group A at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group A?
South Africa climb to four points in Group A. Korea Republic stay on one point and must beat Czechia on the final matchday while hoping other results favour them.
Who scored in South Africa vs Korea Republic?
South Africa: Thapelo Maseko 63'.