Mokoena's late penalty earns South Africa draw against Czech Republic

Teboho Mokoena scored an 83rd-minute penalty to secure a 2-2 draw for South Africa against the Czech Republic in their final Group G match of the FIFA World Cup on November 27, 2023. This result meant South Africa finished second in their group with 4 points, advancing to the knockout stage of the tournament. The Czech Republic, despite the draw, failed to qualify for the next round. South Africa's goals were scored by Mokoena in the 83rd minute and Themba Zwane in the 58th minute. The Czech Republic's goals came from Jan Kuchta in the 35th minute and Antonín Barák in the 71st minute. The match was played at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha.