South Korea
South Korea’s World Cup journey is one of remarkable consistency and defining moments that have shaped the nation’s global football identity. The Taeguk Warriors’ greatest tournament run came in 2002, when they finished fourth on home soil and became the first—and still the only—Asian team to reach the World Cup semifinals. With 11 consecutive tournament appearances since 1986, South Korea holds the record for the longest active World Cup streak in AFC. Throughout their journey, South Korea has delivered unforgettable victories against some of the world’s strongest football nations, including Italy and Spain during the 2002 run, Germany in 2018, and Portugal in 2022. South Korea also holds several notable distinctions, including being the first Asian nation to reach the knockout stages multiple times and co-hosting the 2002 World Cup with Japan—the first edition of the tournament ever held in Asia.
Discover the official South Korea squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
Heung-Min Son
Attacker
Jul 8, 1992
Woo-Yeong Jeong
Midfielder
Sep 20, 1999
Kang-In Lee
Attacker
Feb 19, 2001
Seung-Gyu Kim
Goalkeeper
Sep 30, 1990
Seung-Hyun Jung
Defender
Apr 3, 1994
Min-Jae Kim
Defender
Nov 15, 1996
In-Beom Hwang
Attacker
Sep 20, 1996
Jae-Sung Lee
Attacker
Aug 10, 1992
Ui-Jo Hwang
Attacker
Aug 28, 1992
Hee-Chan Hwang
Attacker
Jan 26, 1996
Gue-Sung Cho
Attacker
Jan 25, 1998
Tae-Hwan Kim
Defender
Jul 24, 1989
Yong-Woo Park
Midfielder
Sep 10, 1993
Ki-Je Lee
Defender
Jul 9, 1991
Hyeok-Kyu Kwon
Midfielder
Mar 13, 2001
Tae-Youn Park
Midfielder
Apr 5, 1991
Young-Woo Seol
Midfielder
Dec 5, 1998
Min-Gyu Park
Defender
Aug 10, 1995
Ji-Soo Kim
Defender
Dec 24, 2004
Woo-Jin Choi
Defender
Jul 18, 2004
Meet the coaching staff behind South Korea’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Myung-Bo Hong
Birthday:
Feb 12, 1969
Nationality:
Korea Republic
Explore the most recent matches played by South Korea in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
Austria vs South Korea
1 : 0
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Ernst Happel Stadion, Vienna
South Korea vs Ivory Coast
0 : 4
Mar 28, 2026 • Friendlies
Stadium MK, Milton Keynes
South Korea vs Ghana
1 : 0
Nov 18, 2025 • Friendlies
Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul
South Korea vs Bolivia
2 : 0
Nov 14, 2025 • Friendlies
Daejeon World Cup Stadium, Daejeon
South Korea vs Paraguay
2 : 0
Oct 14, 2025 • Friendlies
Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul
South Korea vs Brazil
0 : 5
Oct 10, 2025 • Friendlies
Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul
Mexico vs South Korea
2 : 2
Sep 10, 2025 • Friendlies
Geodis Park, Nashville
USA vs South Korea
0 : 2
Sep 6, 2025 • Friendlies
Red Bull Arena
South Korea vs Japan
0 : 1
Jul 15, 2025 • EAFF E-1 Football Championship
Yongin Mireu Stadium, Yongin
Hong Kong vs South Korea
0 : 2
Jul 11, 2025 • EAFF E-1 Football Championship
Yongin Mireu Stadium, Yongin
Follow South Korea’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Nov 16, 2023 | South Korea vs Singapore | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 5:0 |
2 | Nov 21, 2023 | China vs South Korea | Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre | Shenzhen | 0:3 |
3 | Mar 21, 2024 | South Korea vs Thailand | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 1:1 |
4 | Mar 26, 2024 | Thailand vs South Korea | Rajamangala Stadium | Bangkok | 0:3 |
5 | Jun 6, 2024 | Singapore vs South Korea | National Stadium | Kallang | 0:7 |
6 | Jun 11, 2024 | South Korea vs China | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 1:0 |
7 | Sep 5, 2024 | South Korea vs Palestine | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 0:0 |
8 | Sep 10, 2024 | Oman vs South Korea | Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex | Muscat | 1:3 |
9 | Oct 10, 2024 | Jordan vs South Korea | Amman International Stadium | Amman | 0:2 |
10 | Oct 15, 2024 | South Korea vs Iraq | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 3:2 |
11 | Nov 14, 2024 | Kuwait vs South Korea | Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium | Kuwait | 1:3 |
12 | Nov 19, 2024 | Palestine vs South Korea | Amman International Stadium | Amman | 1:1 |
13 | Mar 20, 2025 | South Korea vs Oman | Goyang Stadium | Goyang | 1:1 |
14 | Mar 25, 2025 | South Korea vs Jordan | Suwon World Cup Stadium | Suwon | 1:1 |
15 | Jun 5, 2025 | Iraq vs South Korea | Basra International Stadium | Basra | 0:2 |
16 | Jun 10, 2025 | South Korea vs Kuwait | Seoul World Cup Stadium | Seoul | 4:0 |
Explore South Korea’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Son Heung-min
Korea’s greatest modern player and global superstar. His pace and skills make him the focal point of the national team. As captain, he provides leadership, experience, and match-winning moments. Instrumental in both 2022 performance and 2026 qualification.
Hwang In-beom
A modern midfield controller who balances discipline with creativity, Hwang helps Korea manage tempo and connect defense to attack. His composure under pressure, ball recovery, and progressive passing make him a key engine in Korea’s build toward 2026.
Kim Min-jae
Among the strongest defenders in world football. His strength, aerial dominance, and reading of the game anchor Korea’s back line. A key presence during 2026 qualification and a stabilizing leader in defense.
Lee Kang-in
One of the brightest young talents in Asia. His vision, technical precision, and set-piece quality make him the team’s main creative force. A central figure for Korea’s attacking strategies heading into 2026.
Cho Gue-sung
Rose to international fame during the 2022 World Cup with his memorable brace against Ghana. Strong in the air and decisive in the box, he continues to be a key source of goals during the 2026 qualifying run.
Hwang Hee-chan
Known for his direct style, pace, and aggressive attacking runs. His versatility across the front line gives Korea flexibility in transition. Delivered crucial goals in recent qualification cycles and remains a reliable attacking threat.
Cha Bum-kun
Korea’s original global icon and a trailblazer in Europe, Cha set the standard for Korean stars abroad with reliable goalscoring and relentless drive. He remains one of the most influential Asian footballers ever and a cornerstone of Korea’s football identity.
Ahn Jung-hwan
A national hero remembered for decisive World Cup moments, Ahn is known for iconic goals and a big-match personality. His impact has made him one of Korea’s most unforgettable attacking figures.
Park Ji-sung
One of Asia’s most successful footballers, known for his stamina, pressing, and tactical discipline. A Champions League winner with Manchester United, he inspired an entire generation and played a key role in Korea’s golden run to the 2002 World Cup semifinals.
Hong Myung-bo
A legendary captain and defensive organizer, Hong was the calm, intelligent leader of Korea’s strongest tournament eras. His authority at the back and ability to read the game defined Korea’s identity on the big stage.
South Korea will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host South Korea’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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A total of 104 matches will take place.
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48 teams will participate.
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