Bafana Bafana edged Zimbabwe 3-2 in a thrilling encounter to seal qualification for the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations for the second tournament running.
Their six points were enough to secure second place in Group B, finishing behind Egypt. It has not always been convincing from Hugo Broos men, but they are safely among the last 16 in Morocco.
Phakaaathi football writer Katlego Modiba reflects on three key takeaways from South Africas group-stage campaign.
