Inglewood, June 28 (IANS) The FIFA World Cup enters its knockout phase on Monday with an intriguing Round of 32 clash between South Africa and Canada, two nations that have already scripted history by advancing beyond their respective groups. While Canada arrive with growing expectations after an encouraging group-stage campaign, South Africa will be eager to continue their fairytale run and prove that its progress was no fluke.Canada head into the contest as the stronger side on paper despite s…
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Monterrey, June 25 (IANS) Thapelo Maseko’s second-half goal helped South Africa overcome an energetic Korea Republic in an exciting Group A clash to advance to their first-ever knockout stage at the FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, Korea’s hopes of progressing hang in the balance. They’ll have to wait and see if they’ve done enough to advance as one of the eight best third-placed teams.South Africa started better, as Maseko had a promising fastbreak cut out at the last moment by Korean defender Lee Gi…