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·14 October 2025

(Video) Mission Accomplished: A Perfect Night Sees South Africa Clinch Their World Cup Spot

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Mbatha, Appollis and Makgopa fire Bafana to a decisive victory in Nelspruit

(Video) Mission Accomplished: A Perfect Night Sees South Africa Clinch Their World Cup Spot

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On dramatic night in Nelspruit, Tuesday 14 October , South Africa delivered one of their finest performances in World Cup qualifying scoring 3 goal against Rwanda at Mbombela Stadium, officially securing their place in the World Cup.

The hosts started with intensity and purpose taking the lead inside 5 minute when Thalente Mbatha fired home from close range.

Oswin Appollis doubled the advantage in the 26 minute finishing off low cross from Aubrey Modiba after slick attacking move.

The result was sealed in the 72 minute when striker Evidence Makgopa rose highest to head in pinpoint delivery capping off dominant Bafana display.

This result lifts South Africa to 18 point overtaking Nigeria (17).

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