South Korea HubThe South Korea national football team is set to face South Africa in the 2026 World Cup, with referee Facundo Tello officiating the match. Tello is the same referee who oversaw South Korea's historic win over Portugal in the 2010 World Cup, which secured their spot in the round of 16.
Tello's Career
Tello has been a referee in the Argentine Primera Division since 2013 and became a FIFA international referee in 2019.
South Korea vs. South Africa
South Korea currently sits in second place in Group A with one win and one loss. A win or draw against South Africa would secure their spot in the round of 32.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| June 20 | Czech Republic | 2-1 win |
| June 23 | Mexico | 0-1 loss |
Tello's Evaluation
Tello has shown fair judgment in his previous matches, including the Portugal match where Lee Kang-in and Hwang Hee-chan received yellow cards.
Prediction for the Match
South Korea is expected to win or draw against South Africa, which would secure their spot in the round of 32. With Tello's fair refereeing, South Korea's chances of winning are high.
