South Africa rallied from a goal down to hold the Czech Republic to a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup match on Thursday, with Teboho Mokoena converting a late penalty to cancel out Michal Sadilek's…

South Africa and Czechia face a crucial World Cup match, both needing a win to stay in contention.

South Africa must beat Czechia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium to keep their 2026 World Cup knockout stage hopes alive in Atlanta.