South Africa and South Korea are getting ready for a crucial clash today at the BBVA Stadium in Mexico, in the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.
The South Korean team enters the final round of Group A in a comfortable position with 3 points. This gives them an advantage in the race to qualify for the Round of 32, either from second place or as one of the best third-placed teams. On the other hand, South Africa, who only has one point, must win if they want to keep their hopes of reaching the next round alive.
South Africa Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Ronwen Williams
Defenders: Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Aubrey Modiba
Midfielders: Thalente Mbatha, Yaya Sithole, Jayden Adams
Forwards: Thapelo Maseko, Iqraam Rayners, Oswin Appollis
South Korea Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Kim Seung-gyu
Defenders: Lee Ki-hyuk, Kim Min-jae, Lee Han-beom
Midfielders: Seol Young-woo, Paik Seung-ho, Hwang In-beom, Kim Moon-hwan
Forwards: Lee Jae-sung, Son Heung-min, Lee Kang-in
