South Africa vs South Korea Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips | 25. 06. 2026 | FIFA World Cup 2026
South AfricaKick off:01:00 (GMT)Date:June 25Korea Republic16. 00X3. 8521. 60South Africa team overviewSouth Africa returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 and have shown encouraging signs despite. . .
South AfricaKick off:01:00 (GMT)Date:June 25Korea Republic16. 00X3. 8521. 60South Africa team overviewSouth Africa returned to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 and have shown encouraging signs despite failing to win either of their opening group matches. Hugo Broos' side began with a 2-0 defeat against hosts Mexico before recovering to earn a valuable 1-1 draw against Czechia. Midfielder Teboho Mokoena converted a late penalty to rescue a point in that contest, keeping South Africa's qualification hopes alive. Their performances have reflected many of the strengths displayed during qualification, namely defensive organization, work rate and quick transitions. However, a lack of cutting edge in the final third remains a concern (big chances per game 0. 5). Broos named a squad heavily built around domestic giants Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, providing familiarity and cohesion throughout the squad. No major new injury concerns have emerged ahead of this decisive fixture, allowing South Africa to field a near full-strength lineup. Sphephelo Sithole is available for selection, having served his suspension against Czechia, while Themba Zwane remains suspended and unavailable due to his three-match ban. Last matches of South Africa18 jun 26Czech Republic1 : 1South AfricaWorld Cup11 jun 26Mexico2 : 0South AfricaWorld Cup29 may 26South Africa0 : 0NicaraguaFriendly International31 mar 26South Africa1 : 2PanamaFriendly International27 mar 26South Africa1 : 1PanamaFriendly InternationalSouth Africa lineupGoalkeeper1Ronwen WilliamsDefenders20Khuliso Mudau21Ime Okon14Mbekezile Mbokazi6Aubrey ModibaMidfielders23Jayden Adams13Sphephelo Sithole5Thalente MbathaForwards7Oswin Appollis12Thapelo Maseko15Iqraam RaynersSouth Korea team overviewSouth Korea opened their campaign with an impressive 2-1 victory over Czechia before suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat against Mexico. Despite the loss, the Taegeuk Warriors remain in control of their qualification destiny and require only a draw to guarantee progression ahead of South Africa. Hong Myung-bo's side continue to rely on the experience and quality of captain Son Heung-min, while Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae remains the cornerstone of their defence. South Korea qualified for the tournament in dominant fashion, reportedly going unbeaten through Asian qualifying while scoring 40 goals and conceding only eight. Their World Cup squad entered the tournament without significant injury concerns, and there have been no major suspension issues reported following the opening two group matches. Last matches of Korea Republic19 jun 26Mexico1 : 0Korea RepublicWorld Cup12 jun 26Korea Republic2 : 1Czech RepublicWorld Cup04 jun 26Korea Republic1 : 0El SalvadorFriendly International31 may 26Korea Republic5 : 0Trinidad and TobagoFriendly International31 mar 26Austria1 : 0Korea RepublicFriendly InternationalKorea Republic lineupGoalkeeper1Kim Seung-gyuDefenders2Han-Beom Lee4Kim Min-jae3Gi-Hyuk Lee15Kim Moon-hwan22Young-woo SeolMidfielders6Hwang In-beom8Seung Ho Paik10Jae-sung Lee19Kang-in LeeForwards7Son Heung-minPredictionSouth Korea's greater attacking threat make them slight favourites to secure second place in Group A and advance to the knockout rounds. All Group A fixtures have been relatively low-scoring, suggesting that this trend could continue on ThursdayPrediction: Both Teams to Score - NO. Three reasons we expect BTTS - NOBTTS - NO landed in South Africa’s opening fixture vs Mexico. BTTS - NO also occurred in South Korea’s last game against Mexico. BTTS - NO has been the outcome in seven of South Korea’s last eight international matches. Main prediction South Africa - Korea RepublicBoth Teams to Score - NOUpdated 22. 06. 202654%winrate1wins in a rowI have been familiar with sports betting and football betting in particular for 10 years, so I have a good knowledge of analysing and researching football bets to make the best possible predictions. Best Odds:BillyBets1. 75Bet hereAdditional predictionsSouth Africa vs Korea Republic odds1X2Over 2. 5Under 2. 5Roostino6. 003. 851. 602. 051. 77BillyBets5. 103. 651. 672. 051. 75Zoccer5. 553. 861. 622. 071. 81Stonevegas5. 253. 801. 652. 101. 72Boomerang-bet. com5. 503. 801. 621. 971. 7222bet6. 003. 851. 602. 051. 77Megapari5. 253. 801. 652. 101. 7220Bet5. 103. 651. 672. 051. 75South Africa vs Korea Republic standings in World CupGroup APWDLG - AGDPts1Mexico22003 - 0+362Korea Republic21012 - 2033Czech Republic20112 - 3-114South Africa20111 - 3-21