Does this mean the vuvuzelas will go silent? For the first time in World Cup history, the host nation will not advance to the knockout round. But at least South Africa ended its tournament on a high note: They upset France 2-1 on Tuesday. Both goals came in the first half of the game, during most of which France played a man down after Yoan Gourcuff was red carded in the 25th minute. France was also eliminated from the tournament. In Group A's other matchup, Uruguay beat Mexico 1-0. Both teams will move on to the knockout round.
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