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The South Korea national football team finished 34th out of 48 countries in the FIFA World Cup 2026, a disappointing result despite having a strong team. Recent form: 1W-0D-2L, 3 points, 6 points behind leaders Mexico.
What went wrong?
The recent match results are 1W-0D-2L, with 3 points, 6 points behind leaders Mexico. The league standing is 3rd, and in the last 5 games, they have a record of 3W-1D-1L.
Why did this happen?
Unlike the Qatar tournament, there were no major injuries to players. They had a 3-week pre-camp training and played the first and second games at the base camp, with a shorter travel distance compared to other competing countries, making it expected to advance to the round of 32.
What needs to change?
Cabo Verde, a island nation, made it to the round of 32 for the first time, and although they were eliminated, they showed a strong performance despite the war. Compared to Iran, which also showed a strong performance, the 34th place finish is a disappointing result. The opportunity for a turnaround was not given.
| Date | Match Result | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | South Korea vs Ghana | 1-0 |
What is the current situation?
The South Korea national football team is currently in 3rd place, with a recent record of 3W-1D-1L in the last 5 games. They are 6 points behind Mexico, and the opportunity for a turnaround was not given.
