As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture

While international media — particularly in South Korea — have written South Africa off as the " whipping boys" of Group A, a closer look at their opponents reveals a different…

In 2010, the Fifa World Cup was hosted in South Africa, marking a historic moment for African football and uniting a nation in cultural pride and celebration.