South Korea vs Uruguay Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | International friendly 2026
Only one of the last five matches between these nations ended in a draw!
The South Korea national football team will now battle it out against the Uruguay national football team in what is going to be an international friendly. This clash is scheduled to take place at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.
The Tigers of Asia put on a top performance in their previous outing against Ecuador. They came out on top with a 3-0 win, and it was a dominant show by them. The South Korea national football team will now be looking to extend their winning run.
At home, they will be feeling confident and will once again look to control the tempo of the game. Their performance all across the field was quite noticeable under the interim manager, Robert Moreno.
After a 1-3 loss against Japan, the Uruguay national football team have not secured a win in their last eight matches. Things just keep getting worse for the two-time World Cup winners. Even though at some point they had control, it all went in vain after the Diego Forlan-led side conceded two late goals.
They will not be looking to repeat the same defensive mistakes. Being away from home is only going to make things difficult, but this group of players are capable of taking on some challenges.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Suwon, South Korea
- Stadium: Suwon World Cup Stadium
- Date: Monday, September 28
- Kick-off Time: 04:30 PM IST/ 11:00 AM GMT/ 07:00 AM ET/ 04:00 AM PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
South Korea: W-W-L-L-W
Uruguay: D-D-D-L-L
Players to Watch
Son Heung-min (South Korea)
Son Heung-min was once again the star of the show for the South Korea national football team. This time in their 3-0 win against Ecuador. Even though he only scored one goal, it was a sensational free-kick.
It will remain in the memory of fans for some time. He is once again going to be one of the main men in the final third for the Tigers of Asia. The former Spurs forward will look to be a problem for the opponent’s defence.
Maxi Araújo (Uruguay)
Maxi Araújo was the sole goalscorer for the Uruguay national football team in their 1-3 loss against Japan. He will once again be deployed on the left wing. He will be looking to take additional space in the attacking front for his side.
The Sporting CP man can also help his nation in the midfield.
Match Facts
- South Korea have secured three wins in their last five matches.
- Uruguay haven’t managed to secure a win in their last eight fixtures.
- The Tigers of Asia are winless in their last two outings against La Celeste.
Betting Tips & Odds
- South Korea to win
- Son Heung-min to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
All of the selected players are fit and ready to be in action for both South Korea and Uruguay.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 10
South Korea (wins): 1
Uruguay (wins): 7
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineups
South Korea predicted XI (4-4-2)
Seung-Gyu Kim (GK); Seol, Han-Beom Lee, Min-Jae Kim, Cho; Jung, Park, Jae-Sung Lee, Song; Og, Son
Uruguay predicted XI (4-4-2)
Mele (GK); Nandez, Araujo, Olivera, Sanabria; Rodriguez, Torreira, Bentancur, Arujo; Nunez, Vinas
Match Prediction
South Korea will look to keep their winning momentum alive. The under-pressure Uruguay will be looking to turn the tide in what is going to be a tough outing for them.
The Tigers of Asia are likely to come out on top with a win.
Prediction: South Korea 3-1 Uruguay
Telecast Details
South Korea: TV Chosun, TVN, Coupang Play
When and where is South Korea vs Uruguay international friendly?
The Suwon World Cup Stadium is going to witness this clash on September 28.
Where and how to watch this international friendly in South Korea?
Fans in the host nation will be able to view this contest live on TV Chosun, TVN and Coupang Play.
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