{"id":38228,"date":"2026-06-24T11:52:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T09:52:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=38228"},"modified":"2026-06-24T11:52:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T09:52:36","slug":"south-africa-vs-south-korea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/south-africa-vs-south-korea\/","title":{"rendered":"South Africa vs South Korea: Where Gauteng Fans Can Watch Bafana Bafana\u2019s Biggest World Cup Match Yet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Africa faces its biggest match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the early hours of Thursday morning when Bafana Bafana take on South Korea in a must-win Group A clash. The result will determine whether South Africa advances to the knockout stages of the tournament for the first time in the country&#8217;s history.<\/p><div id=\"gaute-178211022\" class=\"gaute-after-paragraph-1 gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kick-off is scheduled for <strong>03:00 (South African time)<\/strong> at Estadio Monterrey in Mexico. With qualification hanging in the balance, fans across Gauteng are expected to gather at sports bars, restaurants and viewing venues to support the national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a disappointing 2-0 opening defeat to Mexico, Bafana Bafana kept their World Cup dream alive with a spirited 1-1 draw against Czechia. South Korea currently sits second in Group A on three points, while South Africa and Czechia both have one point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Bafana Bafana, the equation is simple: <strong>win and keep qualification hopes alive.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/bafana-bafana-keep-hopes-alive\/\"><strong>ALSO READ: Bafana Bafana Keep World Cup Hopes Alive with Fighting 1-1 Draw Against Czechia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why This Match Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Africa has never progressed beyond the group stages of a FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The national team exited in the group phase during:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>France 1998<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Korea\/Japan 2002<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South Africa 2010<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The expanded 2026 tournament offers additional qualification opportunities, with some third-placed teams also progressing to the Round of 32.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A victory over South Korea would move Bafana Bafana onto four points and potentially secure a historic place in the knockout rounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to tournament standings, a draw or defeat would almost certainly end South Africa&#8217;s World Cup campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-1024x667.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-1024x667.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-768x500.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-1536x1000.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-150x98.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-450x293.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52-1200x781.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-10.42.52.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DZ7WKiAFZ95\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Instagram <\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bafana Bafana Face Selection Challenges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coach Hugo Broos will be without influential midfielder <strong>Teboho Mokoena<\/strong>, who is suspended after accumulating yellow cards in the opening two matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Veteran midfielder <strong>Themba Zwane<\/strong> is also unavailable following his suspension from the Mexico clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The absence of two experienced players places additional pressure on younger stars such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Relebohile Mofokeng<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jayden Adams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oswin Appollis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thapelo Maseko<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lyle Foster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bafana Bafana will also welcome the return of midfielder <strong>Sphephelo Sithole<\/strong>, who missed the Czechia fixture through suspension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3291070259\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confirmed Gauteng Live-Screening Venues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several Gauteng venues have advertised live screenings and watch parties for the South Africa vs South Korea fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Boma Caf\u00e9 \u2013 Paulshof, Sandton<\/strong><br>The Boma Caf\u00e9 will screen the match live at <strong>127B Wroxham Road, Paulshof, Sandton<\/strong>. Kick-off is listed for <strong>03:00 on Thursday, 25 June<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-114-450x450.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>C\u00c9 LA VI Sandton \u2013 Sandton<\/strong><br>C\u00c9 LA VI Sandton is hosting an official watch party for South Africa vs South Korea, with trading hours listed from <strong>12:00 to 02:00<\/strong> and reservations available through the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-1229x1536.png 1229w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-1638x2048.png 1638w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-450x563.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-1200x1500.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-115-scaled.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>R55 Chillout \u2013 Olifantsfontein<\/strong><br>R55 Chillout is hosting a game eve party with big-screen live viewing for the fixture. The event is listed for <strong>Thursday, 25 June 2026<\/strong>, with kick-off at <strong>03:00<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-768x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-150x200.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-450x600.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116-1200x1601.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-116.png 1405w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day Vibe Carwash &amp; Hookah Lounge \u2013 Leboneng<\/strong><br>Day Vibe Carwash &amp; Hookah Lounge has listed a FIFA World Cup fanzone screening at the corner of <strong>Thandakhu and Mashamaite Street, Leboneng<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119-450x563.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-119.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Disoufeng Pub \u2013 Soweto<\/strong><br>Disoufeng Pub in Meadowlands West, Soweto, is hosting a World Cup Wednesday screening, with gates opening at <strong>20:00<\/strong> on 24 June. The venue has listed South Africa vs South Korea as part of the live-screening line-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"827\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118.png 825w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118-768x770.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-118-450x451.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Straight Line \u2013 Moteong Section<\/strong><br>Straight Line in Moteong Section has also listed a South Africa vs South Korea watch event in support of Bafana Bafana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"656\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-117.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-117.png 656w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-117-205x300.png 205w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-117-150x220.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-117-450x659.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 656px) 100vw, 656px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fans should confirm booking requirements, opening hours and age restrictions directly with venues before travelling, especially because the match kicks off in the early hours of the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Players to Watch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">South Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ronwen Williams<\/strong><br>The captain remains one of South Africa&#8217;s most important players and will be expected to lead from the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Relebohile Mofokeng<\/strong><br>The Orlando Pirates star has injected creativity whenever called upon and could be key in unlocking the Korean defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lyle Foster<\/strong><br>South Africa&#8217;s hopes of scoring may rest on the Burnley striker&#8217;s ability to convert chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">South Korea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Son Heung-min<\/strong><br>The South Korean captain remains one of Asia&#8217;s most dangerous attackers and will be the biggest threat to Bafana Bafana&#8217;s defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kim Min-jae<\/strong><br>The Bayern Munich defender anchors the Korean backline and brings valuable international experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lee Kang-in<\/strong><br>The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder provides creativity and attacking flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3291070259\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Watch the Match in Gauteng<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The match will be broadcast live on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SABC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SuperSport<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Group A Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Position<\/th><th>Team<\/th><th>Points<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Mexico<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>South Korea<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Czechia<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>South Africa<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mexico has already secured top spot in the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The battle for second place remains wide open heading into the final round of fixtures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Means for Gauteng Residents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Football remains one of South Africa&#8217;s most unifying sports, and Bafana Bafana&#8217;s World Cup campaign has generated growing excitement across Gauteng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A positive result would not only extend South Africa&#8217;s participation in the tournament but could also boost local viewing events, hospitality venues and community gatherings across the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With many Gauteng residents planning to stay up for the early-morning kick-off, the fixture represents one of the most significant moments for South African football in recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is South Africa playing South Korea?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The match kicks off at 03:00 South African time on Thursday, 25 June 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the match being played?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Estadio Monterrey in Guadalupe, Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What result does Bafana Bafana need?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bafana Bafana realistically need a victory to keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can fans watch the match?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The game will be broadcast live on SABC and SuperSport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Has SA ever reached the World Cup knockout stages?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. South Africa has never progressed beyond the group stage of a FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens Next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Africa and South Korea will conclude their Group A campaigns while Mexico faces Czechia in the group&#8217;s other final fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once both matches conclude, the final standings will determine which teams advance to the Round of 32 and whether Bafana Bafana&#8217;s World Cup journey continues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South Africa faces its biggest match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the early hours of Thursday morning when Bafana Bafana take on South Korea in a must-win Group A clash. 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