South Africa kept their World Cup campaign alive on Thursday, June 18, securing a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in Atlanta. The Group A clash saw South Africa fight back to deny the Czechs a crucial victory.
Michal Sadilek gave the Czech Republic an early lead with a goal in the sixth minute. South Africa eventually equalized through a late second-half penalty converted by Teboho Mokoena.
Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes but finished with a smile after salvaging the draw. South Africa coach Hugo Broos praised his team's resilience and determination in fighting back to keep their tournament hopes alive.