South Korea HubThe South Korea national football team faces South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Can Son Heung-Min score and make history?
What's at stake?
Son Heung-Min is currently tied with Park Ji-Sung and Ahn Jung-Hwan for the most World Cup goals by a South Korean player with 3 goals. If he scores more than one goal against South Africa, he will become the all-time leading scorer for South Korea in the World Cup.
Recent form
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Ghana | 1-0 win |
What could change?
If Son Heung-Min scores against South Africa, he could tie the record set by former coach Cha Bum-Kun. Currently, Son Heung-Min has 56 goals in A-matches.
Current situation
South Korea is currently in second place in their group with 3 points. South Africa is in fourth place with 1 draw and 1 loss.
