The South Korea national football team has revealed its combined best 11 ahead of the match against South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nine Korean players, including Son Heung-min, Lee Kang-in, and Cho Gue-sung, were selected.

Selection of Korean players

All nine Korean players were selected. Son Heung-min and Cho Gue-sung were selected as forwards, while Baek Seung-ho, Hwang In-beom, and Lee Kang-in were selected as midfielders.

Selection of South African players

Two South African players, Oswin Appollis and Teboho Mokoena, were selected. Appollis was selected as a side attacker, while Mokoena was selected as a midfielder.

Current situation

South Korea is currently in second place and is likely to advance to the round of 32. If they achieve a draw or better against South Africa, they will secure second place in the group and advance to the round of 32. | Rank | Team | Points | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2 | South Korea | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |

Upcoming schedule

The match between South Korea and South Africa will be held at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico on June 25 at 10:00 AM. If South Korea wins, they will secure a spot in the round of 32.