Is Son Heung-min playing? South Africa vs South Korea projected lineups for the 2026 World Cup Group A game
© Getty ImagesKhuliso Mudau of South Africa and Heung-Min Son of South Korea. TheGroup Aof the2026 World Cupcomes to an end asSouth AfricafaceSouth Koreaat Monterrey Stadium. This final group stage match. . .
© Getty ImagesKhuliso Mudau of South Africa and Heung-Min Son of South Korea. TheGroup Aof the2026 World Cupcomes to an end asSouth AfricafaceSouth Koreaat Monterrey Stadium. This final group stage match serves as a definitive fixture for both nations as they battle to book a spot in the highly anticipated Round of 32. Despite suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico on Matchday 2,South Korearemain in an excellent position to advance. Their opening-day 2-1 victory over Czechia means theTaegeuk Warriorscontrol their own destiny. South Korea’s captain and star forward,Son Heung-min, is expected to lead his team from the opening whistle. Adraw will be enoughto officially guarantee their place in the next round. The path ahead is significantly steeper for South Africa. TheBafana Bafanahave accumulated justone pointin the group standings, courtesy of a dramatic, late equalizer against Czechia on Matchday 2. Consequently,South Africaface a non-negotiable must-win scenario to keep their World Cup journey alive. Teboho Mokoena #4 of South Africa celebrates a goal vs Czech Republic. (Getty Images)South Africa projected lineupWith a victory being the only avenue to secure a spot in the Round of 32, managerHugo Broosis expected to field his absolute strongest XI to spearhead the attack and hunt for all three points. see alsoHow to watch South Africa vs South Korea in USA: 2026 World Cup, Live Stream, TV & PreviewSouth Africa’s potential lineup:Ronwen Williams; Aubrey Modiba, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon; Teboho Mokoena, Sphephelo Sithole, Jayden Adams; Lyle Foster, Iqraam Rayners. South Korea projected lineupManagerHong Myung-bofaces late fitness tests on two key starters. DefenderKim Min-jaeand midfielderBae Jun-hoare both racing against the clock after picking up ankle knocks, meaning they could potentially start on the bench. South Korea’s potential lineup:Kim Seung-gyu; Seol Young-woo, Kim Min-jae, Cho Yu-Min, Lee Tae-seok; Paik Seung-ho, Hwang In-beom; Lee Kang-in, Lee Jae-sung, Son Heung-min; Oh Hyeon-gyu. 200+ Channels & Local SportsPrice: Plans starting at $14. 99/mo (Latino)Watch Ligue 1, Copa Libertadores & World Cup QualifiersEvery MLS Match in One PlacePrice: $12. 99/mo (Now included with standard subscription)Watch every MLS regular season game, Playoffs & Leagues CupMany Sports & ESPN OriginalsPrice: $11. 99/mo (or ESPN Unlimited for $29. 99/mo)Features LaLiga, Bundesliga, FA Cup & NWSL2,000+ Soccer Games Per YearPrice: Starting at $8. 99/moFeatures Champions League, Serie A & Europa LeagueHome of the Premier LeaguePrice: Starting at $10. 99/mo175+ Exclusive EPL matches per seasonSon Heung Minsouth africasouth korea