The South Korea national football team has decided to leave Son Heung-min on the bench for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Son Heung-min was replaced by Oh Hyeon-gyu in the starting lineup.

What happened?

The South Korea team played against South Africa without Son Heung-min in the starting lineup.

Why is it important?

Son Heung-min is a key player for the South Korea team, and his presence or absence can greatly affect the team's performance.

What's next?

The South Korea team needs to win the match against South Africa.

PlayerPosition
Kim Seung-gyuGoalkeeper
Lee Han-beomDefender
Kim Min-jaeDefender
Lee Tae-seokDefender
Seol Young-wooMidfielder
Lee Gi-hyukMidfielder
Hwang In-beomMidfielder
Paik Seung-hoMidfielder
Hwang Hee-chanForward
Lee Kang-inForward
Oh Hyeon-gyuForward

The South Korea team must do their best to win the match against South Africa.