South Africa hold Czechia 1-1 to keep World Cup knockout dream alive
Teboho Mokoena equalises through a late penalty to salvage a draw for South Africa in their Group A clash with Czechia.

Teboho Mokoena equalises through a late penalty to salvage a draw for South Africa in their Group A clash with Czechia.

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