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South Africa Arrives in Monterrey Amid Secrecy Ahead of Final Group Match Against Korea

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입력 : 2026.06.23 17:12

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South Africa has arrived in Monterrey, the site of their decisive final group stage match against South Korea.

South Africa is minimizing information exposure by changing travel schedules, creating confusion regarding training announcements, and restricting media access as they prepare for the match against Korea.

A South African reporter encountered near the team's hotel explained the reasoning behind these diversionary tactics, stating, "They are trying to keep the opponent guessing about their strategy."

The fateful final match is approaching, with South Korea needing only a draw to advance to the Round of 32, while South Africa must win.

We bring you the story of South Africa's ironclad defense, which even blocked their own reporters, on <Sports Mug>.

Reported by Gwang-hyun Pyeon | Produced and Edited by Jinhyeong Park | Video by In-seok Hwang | Produced by SBS Sports News Department