South Africa vs South Korea

South Africa meet South Korea in Group A at the 2026 World Cup on 25 Jun 2026. South Africa won 1–0.

Our model makes South Korea the most likely result (a slight edge): South Africa 34%, the draw 14%, South Korea 52%.

The two sides are near-level on Elo — 1528 to 1543.

In our tournament simulation, South Korea is backed to reach the knockout round (68%).