'God Heard You': Teboho Mokoena Weeps During Anthem
- Bafana Bafana star Teboho Mokoena wept during the South African national anthem before scoring a crucial penalty equalizer against Czechia. The 29-year-old's emotional display earned widespread praise for his passion and skill.
- Following recent criticism, fans defended Mokoena on social media, with @LudweTweets saying, "He knew what was at stake, that's why he stepped on." @ItsMomoMashhh added he let his heart and boots do the talking.
- Due to a second yellow card, Mokoena will miss the upcoming match against South Korea. Yaya Sithole will return to the starting line-up to replace him after sitting out the Czechia game.
- The draw leaves South Africa with one point from two matches, requiring victory against South Korea to reach the Round of 32. A loss would end their World Cup dream.
- On Thursday, June 25, Bafana will play their third and final FIFA World Cup group-stage match against South Korea at the Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico. This fixture will determine their tournament fate.
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'God heard you': Teboho Mokoena weeps during anthem
Teboho Mokoena – the Bafana Bafana star who scored the team’s crucial goal against Czechia – was seen weeping during the South African national anthem just minutes before. The player has been praised for both his passion for the country and his pristine penalty kick, which secured an equaliser. Bafana will play their third and final FIFA World Cup group-stage match against South Korea on Thursday, 25 June, at the Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexic…
Goosebumps moment at the anthem: South Africa's Teboho Mokoena thinks of the late grandfather. Why his dream could be over now anyway.
Goosebumps moment at the anthem: South Africa's Teboho Mokoena thinks of the late grandfather. Why his dream could be over now anyway.
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