South Africa-Tunisia : Bafana Bafana Off To Eighth Finals

Tension ran high and hearts raced at the Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium in Korhogo yesterday January 24, 2024 as South Africa held Tunisia 0-0, securing their eighth-final berth at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, while sending the 2004 champions, tumbling out in a shocking turn of events. South Africa qualifies second in Group E with four points, while Tunisia goes back home bottom with two points; a heartbreaking scenario for the African giants.
Bafana Bafana, with the turnings in the group, needed just a point to progress. The team adopted a cautious approach, content to sit back and absorb the pressure. Tunisia, desperate for a win, poured forward with enthusiasm, but their attacking waves sank against the South African defensive wall leaving the first half on a 0-0 tie. The second half mirrored the first, with Tunisia increasingly desperate as the clock ticked down. They were enthusiastic and hoped that things could change in the dying moments of the game.  Bafana Bafana, serene in their knowledge of needing only a draw, held their nerve and weathered the Tunisian storm. High spirited fights came from both sides but none could score the most wanted goals. The final whistle sparked contrasting emotions. South Africa erupted in relief and celebration, having ...