South Africa vs South Korea World Cup Kickoff Time, Live Stream, Lineups, Prediction
South Africa take on South Korea in a crucial Group A encounter at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Korea arrive with momentum after securing an impressive 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia in their opening match, while South Africa are looking to recover from a 2-0 defeat against co-hosts Mexico. With valuable points at stake, both teams will be eager to strengthen their chances of progressing to the knockout stage.
When is South Africa vs South Korea?
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
What is Kickoff Time South Africa vs South Korea?
Kick-off Time:
Eastern Time (ET): 9:00 PM
Where is South Africa vs South Korea?
Venue: Monterrey Stadium (Estadio BBVA), Monterrey, Mexico
Group: Group A
How To Watch South Africa vs South Korea?
United States:
English: FOX with streaming on FOX Sports App, YouTube TV, FuboTV
Spanish: Telemundo with coverage on Peacock
United Kingdom:
ITV or BBC with streaming on ITVX / BBC iPlayer.
South Africa:
Local rights holders (SuperSport)
South Korea:
Local rights holders
Global streaming available via FIFA+ in select territories. In Pakistan, the match will be available on tapmad (subscription required).
Team News South Africa vs South Korea
South Africa:
Bafana Bafana are expected to continue with a disciplined 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on defensive stability and quick counter-attacks. South Africa will rely on their physical presence, work rate, and pace in transition to create opportunities against a technically gifted South Korean side.
South Korea:
South Korea are likely to deploy an attacking 3-4-3 system that emphasizes possession, pressing, and quick movement in the final third. With several experienced players capable of changing games, the Taeguk Warriors will look to control the midfield and create chances through their dynamic attacking trio.
South Africa vs South Korea Head 2 Head Record
The two nations have limited recent competitive history, making this an intriguing matchup. South Korea generally possess greater international experience and squad depth, while South Africa have shown they can be difficult opponents when organized defensively and allowed to play on the counterattack.
South Africa vs South Korea Lineups Prediction
South Africa predicted XI (4-2-3-1):
Ronwen Williams; Khulumani Ndamane, Tylon Smith, Thabang Matuludi, Aubrey Modiba; Thalente Mbatha, Yaya Sithole; Elias Mokwana, Sipho Mbule, Oswin Appollis; Evidence Makgopa.
South Korea predicted XI (3-4-3):
Kim Seung-Gyu (or Jo Hyeon-Woo); Lee Han-Beom, Kim Min-Jae, Kim Tae-Hyeon; Seol Young-Woo, Kim Jin-Gyu, Hwang In-Beom, Lee Tae-Seok; Lee Kang-In, Hwang Hee-Chan, Son Heung-Min.
South Africa vs South Korea Prediction
South Korea enter this match as deserved favorites thanks to their superior technical quality, attacking options, and confidence gained from their opening victory. Their ability to dominate possession and create chances from multiple areas of the pitch could make life difficult for South Africa.
South Africa are expected to remain compact and disciplined defensively, aiming to frustrate their opponents and exploit opportunities on the break. However, sustaining that approach for the full match against a talented South Korean attack will be a significant challenge.
Scores Prediction: South Korea 2-0 South Africa
Best Bet
- South Korea to Win
- South Korea -1 Handicap
- Under 3.5 Goals
- Son Heung-Min or Lee Kang-In Anytime Goalscorer / Assist
South Korea have the quality and momentum to secure another important victory in Group A. While South Africa are capable of making the contest competitive through determination and defensive organization, the Taeguk Warriors should ultimately have enough attacking firepower to claim all three points.
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