AFC Asian Cup 2023 Semi-Final: Jordan vs South Korea: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Jordan held South Korea to a draw in the AFC Asian Cup 2023 group stages.

The 2023 AFC Asian Cup is about to enter its ultimate stage. The quarter-finals are done and dusted. Iran shocked title favourites Japan and knocked them out of the tournament before Jordan got the better of Tajikistan and South Korea edged past Australia.

South Korea will now face off against the underdogs Jordan in the first semi-final of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium. It’s a do-or-die game for either side as a single mistake will bring an end to their campaign.

Kick Off

February 6, 2024, 20:30 IST

February 7, 2024, 00:00 GMT+9

February 6, 2024, 18:00 GMT+3

Form

Jordan (in all competitions) W-W-L-D-W

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

Players to watch

Yazan Al-Naimat (Jordan)

The forward has been in fine form for Jordan at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. He has played an instrumental role in helping his nation reach the final-four at Asia’s highest level. Al-Naimat has found the back of the net twice at the tournament. And having already scored once against South Korea, he will be keen to do it again come Tuesday.

Son Heung-min (South Korea)

Son has led South Korea from the front and has helped them seal a place in the last four of the continental championship. The Tottenham Hotspur forward scored the winning goal as South Korea came from behind to win their quarter-final clash against Australia. He has the required experience of playing at the highest level and will have a crucial role to play if South Korea want to seal a place in the ultimate game.

Match facts

• South Korea have never lost a game against Jordan
• Jordan pulled off a 2-2 draw against South Korea in the group stage
• South Korea are ranked 23rd while Jordan stand at the 87th position in the FIFA rankings

Injury and Team News

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

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 6

Jordan Wins – 0

South Korea Wins – 3

Draws – 3

Predicted Line-up

Jordan (3-4-3)

Laila, Al-Ajalin, Al-Arab, Musallam Nasib, Haddad, Al Rashdan, Al-Rawabdeh, Al Mardhi, Olwan, Al-Naimat, Al-Taamari

South Korea (4-4-2)

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

Prediction for Jordan vs South Korea

South Korea come into the game as favourites. However, underestimating Jordan’s latest performances and heroics at the AFC Asian Cup would not be justified. Expect it to be an evenly poised contest.

Prediction: Jordan 2-3 South Korea

Telecast for Jordan vs South Korea

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

Korea Republic – TVN Sports, Coupang Play

AFC Asian Cup 2023 Worldwide Broadcast Details: Click here

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