South Korea is looking to tie down second place in Group A at the World Cup 2026 when it faces South Africa on Wednesday.
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June 18, 2026; Guadalajara, Mexico; South Korea players break up from a huddle at the start of the second half. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Becerril-Reuters via Imagn Images
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- Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Time: 9 PM EDT
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South Korea heads to the Estadio BBVA on Wednesday knowing a win over South Africa will guarantee a second-place finish in Group A at World Cup 2026 as it vies for a spot in the last 16. Even a draw in Guadalupe may be enough to snag a runner-up finish, however, if Mexico holds the Czech Republic at bay in the other Group A kick-off.
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The Taegeuk Warriors are sitting pretty in second thanks to their opening win over the Czechs, while Bafana Bafana are still chasing a first win of the tournament. However, South Africa’s late equalizer against the Czech Republic last week has at least given it a lifeline, meaning a win on Wednesday could be enough to climb as high as second in the pool.
Discipline has been a major issue for South Africa, which will have two players suspended for the clash against South Korea. Themba Zwane is still banned following his red card in the opening 2-0 defeat against Mexico, while Teboho Mokoena has joined him on the sidelines after picking up two bookings.
Sphephelo Sithole is available after serving a one-match suspension, however, in what will be the first-ever meeting between these two teams. South Korea boss Hong Myung-bo will be expected to name an unchanged XI despite losing 1-0 to Mexico last time out, with LAFC’s Son Heung-min adding his usual complement of quality.
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