Guadalupe, June 25 -- South Africa, also known as Bafana Bafana in the football world, created history by advancing to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage for the first time after a 1-0 victory over South Korea in their final group-stage match.

Following the milestone achievement on Wednesday (local time), the South African government took to X to celebrate the team's success, hailing it as a defining moment for national football.

"HISTORY MADE! BAFANA BAFANA ARE THROUGH TO THE FIFA WORLD CUP ROUND OF 32! A memorable night for South African football as Bafana Bafana secure a place in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup for the first time. The team has shown courage, determination and belief, making the nation proud on the world...