1.   But despite the never-ending penetrating runs of Benitez up front and Francisco on the wing, the South Americans, proved farely ineffectual in their finishing.

2.   For Paraguay, the never-ending penetrating runs of Benitez up front and Francisco Arce on the wing looked impressive but equally failed to shake veteran goalie Andoni Zubizarreta.

3.   He times his penetrating runs into the backline to perfection and is difficult to stop at speed.

4.   Veteran striker Mark Hager extended the lead, firing an unstoppable shot high into top right after a penetrating run by Darren Duff on the right.

5.   South Africa captain Bobby Skinstad, who made several penetrating runs, praised the guts and determination of his side, saying they performed well in appaling conditions.