The South Korea national football team has been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage. The team, led by coach Hong Myung-bo, lost to South Africa and failed to advance to the knockout stage.

What went wrong?

The South Korea national football team had a record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 games. However, failing to advance to the knockout stage is a repeat of their 2018 World Cup performance.

What is Hong Myung-bo's responsibility?

Coach Hong Myung-bo took full responsibility for the team's loss to South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.

What's next?

The South Korea national football team is currently in third place. However, the team that fails to advance to the knockout stage will finish in 33rd or 34th place.

DateOpponentResult
2025-11-18Ghana1-0 win

Current situation

The South Korea national football team currently has 3 points. In their last 3 games, they have a record of 1 win, 0 draws, and 2 losses. After losing to South Africa, the team failed to advance to the knockout stage.