Fifa World Cup 2026
South Africa Fight Back For Draw Against Czechia
Full-Time: Czechia 1-1 South Africa
South Africa fight back to earn a valuable point after trailing for most of the match.
Michal Sadílek’s early goal gave Czechia the advantage, but Bafana Bafana showed great determination in the second half and were rewarded when Teboho Mokoena converted a penalty in the 83rd minute after Pavel Šulc was penalised for handball.
Both sides had chances to win it in a frantic finish, with Relebohile Mofokeng denied by a fine save, Lukáš Provod dragging a shot narrowly wide, and Aubrey Modiba seeing a last-gasp effort blocked.
