Hugo Broos looks to guide Bafana Bafana to historic World Cup knockout stage appearance

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<p>Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-06-22-bafana-bafana-v-south-korea-tactical-preview-how-hugo-broos-can-exploit-asian-giants-weaknesses/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos</a></strong> says he and his team are determined to make history by reaching the Fifa World Cup knockout stage for the first time, and they intend to leave no stone unturned in their upcoming clash <a href="https://iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-06-23-eric-tinkler-reveals-what-bafana-bafana-must-do-to-beat-south-korea-at-fifa-world-cup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>against South Korea</strong></a>.</p>

<p>Bafana faces South Korea in their final Group A match at Monterrey Stadium on Thursday at 3am. It is a must-win game if the team hopes to secure a historic spot in the knockout stage.</p>

<p>A loss would mark a fourth consecutive World Cup appearance without advancing past the group stage – a legacy the team is eager to move beyond.</p>

<p>Despite opening their campaign with a loss to Mexico, the team gained momentum by salvaging a draw against Czechia. Coach Hugo Broos remains confident that his squad will fight until the final whistle to secure a victory in Monterrey.</p>

<p>“I think we were a little bit overwhelmed by the situation in the first game,” said Broos during the pre-match press conference. “We lacked experience, which made it difficult to play against Mexico.”</p>

<p>“You saw that we were much better against Czechia. Now, the motivation is there. As I said, we can write history; the belief is strong. I think the boys are ready to fight until the last moment to achieve our goal.”</p>