Azteca, nine against eleven — South Africa's brutal lesson for the continent's awakening

Author: Mamadou Lamine DialloPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: South Africa

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Azteca, nine against eleven — South Africa's brutal lesson for the continent's awakening

During the 2026 World Cup, South Africa faced an opponent at the Azteca Stadium. Reduced to nine players after red cards, they suffered a heavy defeat. The match is seen as a wake-up call for African football.

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