FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group Stage
South Africa vs South Korea is one of the most anticipated Group Stage clashes of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa — making a historic return to the World Cup — face an experienced South Korean side that is no stranger to deep tournament runs.
Bafana Bafana arrive with passionate home continent support behind them and a squad bursting with youthful energy. This is their chance to prove Africa's representation is stronger than ever in the expanded 48-team World Cup format.
South Korea, the 2002 semi-finalists, bring tactical discipline and a generation of K-League and European stars. With the likes of Son Heung-min leading the charge, the Taeguk Warriors will be a dangerous opponent in any group.
Both nations desperately need points to advance. Expect an intense, high-energy battle at the Estadio BBVA in Monterrey. Don't miss a single moment — watch live right here on CS Sports.
🇿🇦 South Africa
- 1 Ronwen Williams (GK)
- 2 Reeve Frosler
- 5 Rushine De Reuck
- 6 Siyanda Xulu
- 3 Terrence Mashego
- 8 Ethan Nkosi
- 4 Teboho Mokoena
- 7 Lyle Foster
- 10 Percy Tau
- 11 Evidence Makgopa
- 9 Bongokuhle Hlongwane
🇰🇷 South Korea
- 1 Kim Seung-gyu (GK)
- 2 Kim Moon-hwan
- 4 Kim Min-jae
- 6 Jung Seung-hyun
- 3 Kim Jin-su
- 8 Jung Woo-young
- 16 Hwang In-beom
- 7 Son Heung-min ©
- 10 Lee Jae-sung
- 11 Hwang Hee-chan
- 9 Cho Gue-sung
South Africa and South Korea have met rarely in international football, making this World Cup encounter even more special. South Korea's experience in top-tier tournaments gives them a statistical edge, but Bafana Bafana will relish the underdog role.
📌 South Korea have never lost to South Africa in a FIFA-recognised match.
📌 Son Heung-min is South Korea's all-time top scorer — a constant threat.
📌 Percy Tau is expected to be South Africa's creative spark from the left wing.
📌 South Korea's average possession in 2026 qualifiers: 56.3%
📌 South Africa kept a clean sheet in 4 of their last 6 matches.
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