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Soccer: South Africa held to a draw against Qatar in the U17 World Cup

# Soccer: South Africa were held to a 1-1 draw in their second Under 17 World Cup match against hosts Qatar in Doha. Qatar took the lead through Yazan Mohamed. Player of the match, Emile Witbooi, scored the equaliser in the 16th minute to keep South Africa’s hopes of progressing to the knockout stages. Amajimbos are now second in Group A with four points, following their opening victory over Bolivia. Three teams have secured their passage to the knockout stages: Argentina, Italy and Portugal.