South Africa vs Korea Republic Predictions, Picks & Odds - 25/06/2026
World CupSouth Africa25 Jun 202602:00Korea RepublicPick your predictionWorld Cup · 325 Jun 2026Monterrey StadiumLouis HecqSouth Africa vs Korea Republic – Best bets of the matchBookmaker1X2Bonus. . .
World CupSouth Africa25 Jun 202602:00Korea RepublicPick your predictionWorld Cup · 325 Jun 2026Monterrey StadiumLouis HecqSouth Africa vs Korea Republic – Best bets of the matchBookmaker1X2Bonus infoBetfred5. 503. 751. 67View oddsWilliam Hill5. 503. 801. 60View OddsSmarkets6. 004. 001. 68View OddsMatchbook6. 004. 001. 68View OddsCoral5. 252. 202. 15View OddsOur prediction2: Korea Republic to win1. 67on Betfred· Confidence MediumOdds recorded on 23 Jun 2026 at 02:53 · Odds are subject to changeSouth Africa vs Korea Republic PreviewSouth Africa return to the World Cup stage for the first time in sixteen years, yet their recent form offers little cause for optimism. Bafana Bafana have managed just one draw and three defeats across their last four outings, sitting third in Group A. The suspension of creative midfielder Themba Zwane for the remainder of the group stage compounds their difficulties, while coach Hugo Broos, who has confirmed he will step down after the tournament, must find fresh solutions quickly. Korea Republic opened their campaign with a spirited 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia, reinforcing their credentials as serious contenders to progress from Group A. The Taeguk Warriors had won three consecutive matches before two defeats checked their momentum, but that opening-day result steadied the ship. Son Heung-min remains the focal point of an attack brimming with quality, and manager Hong Myung-bo's tactical flexibility, shifting between a back three and more conventional formations, gives his side useful adaptability. BetfredWilliam HillSmarkets1X2 (South Africa)5. 505. 506. 00BTTS2. 002. 05·Odds recorded on 23 Jun 2026 at 02:53 · Odds are subject to changeKorea Republic's credentials stand out clearly in this Group A contest. The Taegeuk Warriors opened their campaign with a composed 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia, demonstrating resilience and quality in equal measure. Their recent run of form before that defeat showed four wins in five outings, and Son Heung-min's leadership remains a decisive factor at this level despite off-pitch distractions surrounding the squad. Bafana Bafana, by contrast, have won just one of their last four matches, alternating between losses and draws in a sequence that inspires little confidence. The suspension ofThemba Zwanestrips Hugo Broos of a key creative outlet for the remainder of the group stage, compounding problems for a side already struggling to find rhythm. South Africa's World Cup pedigree is thin, having never advanced beyond the group phase. The away win at1. 67represents the value selection here. Korea Republic's structural advantages, from squad depth to tournament experience across eleven consecutive World Cup appearances, make them clear favourites. With South Africa weakened and Korea buoyed by their opening result, backing the Asian side looks well founded. The over 2. 5 goals market at 2. 00 also merits consideration given both sides' recent defensive vulnerabilities. Questo articolo è a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa. Trends to Know about South Africa vs Korea RepublicKorea Republic ranked 35 places higher globallySouth Africa winless in last four matchesKorea won opening group match convincinglyForm & Statistics: South Africa vs Korea RepublicSouth AfricaRecent formDLDLDWins0/5 (0%)Draws3/5 (60%)Losses2/5 (40%)Season statistics (5)2. 1Total goals50%Both teams score1Goals scored1. 1Goals concededKorea RepublicRecent formLWWWLWins3/5 (60%)Draws0/5 (0%)Losses2/5 (40%)Season statistics (5)2. 8Total goals15%Both teams score1. 3Goals scored1. 5Goals concededStatisticSouth AfricaKorea RepublicLast 5 results3D 2L·3W 2LAvg goals scored1. 0·1. 3Avg goals conceded1. 1·1. 5Under 2. 5 (last 5)4/5·3/5South Africa4-2-3-1Starters1Ronwen Williams2Khuliso Mudau3Ime Okon4Mbekezeli Mbokazi5Aubrey Modiba6Thalente Mbatha7Teboho Mokoena8Oswin Appollis9Relebohile Mofokeng10Tshegofatso Moremi11Lyle FosterAbsentThemba Zwane(3-match suspension for a red card received against Mexico, missing the remainder of the group stage. )Korea Republic4-2-3-1Starters1Kim Seung-gyu2Seol Young-woo3Kim Min-jae4Lee Gi-hyuk5Lee Tae-seok6Paik Seung-ho7Hwang In-beom8Son Heung-min9Lee Jae-sung10Lee Kang-in11Oh Hyeon-gyuAbsentCho Yu-min(Foot injury, ruled out of the World Cup. )Low confidenceBoth lineups carry a speculated status, drawn from single sources published well ahead of kickoff, so some caution is warranted before treating either XI as settled. What is clear is that both sides appear to favour a4-2-3-1shape, setting up a mirror-image tactical contest in the group's decisive round. For South Africa, Lyle Foster leads the line with Relebohile Mofokeng offering creativity behind him, while Korea Republic will lean heavily onSon Heung-minand Lee Kang-in to unlock Bafana Bafana's defensive block. The double pivot battle in the centre of the pitch could prove the key axis of the match. How to Watch South Africa vs Korea Republic Match?What time is South Africa vs Korea Republic?South Africa face Korea Republic at Estadio BBVA Bancomer on Wednesday 25 June 2026, with kickoff at 02:00 BST. Where is South Africa vs Korea Republic being played?This match takes place at theEstadio BBVA Bancomerin Monterrey, Mexico. How Can I Watch South Africa vs Korea Republic on TV and Live Stream?This fixture will be available to watch onBBCandITVin the United Kingdom.