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The 2026 CONCACAF World 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 looked bewildered as South Korea faced a heavy defeat, 0-1, against South Africa.
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