Coupe du monde 2026 : L’Afrique du Sud arrache un bon nul face à la Tchéquie et garde espoir
Having lost to Mexico (2-0) in the opening match, South Africa played their second Group A match on Thursday. With their backs against the wall before facing the Czech Republic, Bafana Bafana could no longer afford to make any mistakes.
The South Africans, however, got off to a very bad start in the match, conceding the opening goal in the 6th minute with a goal from Michal Sadílek.
Despite this setback, Hugo Broos' men gradually took control of the game, showing slight dominance, particularly in ball possession.
However, their lack of efficiency in the final pass prevented them from getting back into the game before the break.
After returning from the locker room, South Africa maintained the pressure on the Czech defense. Their efforts were finally rewarded in the 83rd minute when they were awarded a penalty after a Czech defender handled the ball in the penalty area. Teboho Mokoena stepped up to take the penalty and gave the goalkeeper no chance, converting it with power.
In the last five minutes, Bafana Bafana even had the opportunity to snatch victory, but their attackers once again lacked clinical finishing.
Given the way the match unfolded, South Africa can feel regret, as this Czech team seemed within their reach.
This draw (1-1) however allows them to maintain a hope of qualifying for the round of 32 before the final day of the group stage.
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