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The 2026 CONCACAF Gold Cup Group A third qualifying match between South Korea and South Africa was held on the 25th (Korea time) at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico. Coach Hong Myung-bo watched the field after substituting Son Heung-min in the second half. 2026.06.24.
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