South Korea
The story
Qualified through a competitive confederation campaign with a balanced squad of European-based regulars and emerging domestic talent.
How they got here
Sealed an 11th consecutive World Cup with a matchday to spare.
Expectations
Targeting a place in the knockout round and the chance to spoil a favorite's run.
Manager & key players
Group A
MexicoFIFA #14
South AfricaFIFA #50
South KoreaFIFA #22
Czech RepublicFIFA #43
Upcoming matches
Latest news & commentary
updated daily- Aug 1Camp
South Korea open their pre-tournament camp this week with a full-squad fitness block before the first friendly.
- Jul 30Tactics
— has hinted at a tweaked back-three shape in training, freeing Squad announcement pending into a roaming role.
- Jul 28Squad
— is weighing a 26-player list with two uncapped call-ups pushing for late inclusion.
- Jul 26Build-up
South Korea take on a friendly opponent at home next week — a final dress rehearsal before the tournament window opens.
- Jul 24Form
South Korea have lost just one of their last ten competitive fixtures heading into the tournament.