AFC Asian Cup 2023: Australia vs Korea Republic: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Australia defeated Korea Republic at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup final.

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 has produced some iconic moments so far. From Jordan’s success story to Japan’s group stage upset, we have seen it all. After a series of thrilling RO16 games, the spotlight now shifts to the quarter-finals.

Title favourites Australia and Korea Republic will go up against each other in the second quarterfinal match at the Al Janoub Stadium. Australia come into this game after a formidable 4-0 win over Indonesia while South Korea edged past Saudi Arabia in a penalty shoot-out.

Kick-Off

February 2, 2024, 21:00 IST

February 3, 2024, 2:30 GMT+11

February 3, 2024, 0:30 GMT+9

Form

Australia (in all competitions) W-D-W-W-W

South Korea (in all competitions) W-D-D-W-W

Players to watch 

Martin Boyle (Australia) 

The midfielder has performed exceptionally well for his side. He has been one of the best performing players for Australia at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Boyle has an excellent recovery rate and is known for winning his ground and aerial duels. Moreover, he also scored a goal in the RO16 clash against Indonesia.

Lee Kang-in (Korea Republic)

Kang-in Lee has been very consistent for South Korea at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. He has an excellent ball distribution rate and has maintained a passing precision of over 80% across all the matches. He is known for his ball control, speed and goal scoring prowess. Lee has scored three goals at the tournament so far.

Match facts

• Australia defeated Korea Republic at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup final.
• Son Heung-min scored against Australia at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup final.
• Australia have scored eight goals while Korea Republic have scored nine goals at the tournament.

Injury and Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 33

Australia Wins – 10

South Korea Wins – 11

Draws – 12

Predicted Line-up

Australia (4-4-2)

Mathew Ryan (C) (GK); Gethin Jones, Harry Souttar, Cameron Burgess, Jordan Bos; Connor Metcalfe, Aiden O’Neill, Jackson Irvine, Craig Goodwin; Mitchell Duke, Samuel Silvera

Korea Republic (4-4-2)

Kim Seung-gyu (GK); Seol Young-woo, Jung Seung-hyun, Kim Young-gwon, Park Yong-woo; Jeong Woo-yeong,  Hwang In-beom, Hong Hyun-seok, Lee Ki-je; Son Heung-Min (C), Kang-in lee

Prediction for Australia vs Korea Republic

It is going to be an exciting clash between two of the best sides at the tournament. Expect it to be an evenly poised contest. However, Australia do have an upper hand coming into this game.

Prediction: Australia 2-1 South Korea

Telecast for Australia vs Korea Republic

India – Sports 18, Jio Cinema

Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Yemen, Oman – BeinSports, Alkass

United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Belgium, Netherlands – Triller TV

Australia – Network 10

Saudi Arabia – Shahid

Tajikistan – Varzishtv

United Arab Emirates – ADTV

AFC Asian Cup 2023 Worldwide Broadcast Details: Click here

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