South Korea predicted XI vs Czechia for FIFA World Cup 2026
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Taegeuk Warriors are ready for the competition.
South Korea are looking to make an impression at the FIFA World Cup once again. They will get their campaign underway against the Czech Republic in Guadalajara.
South Korea have often not been able to go further in the competition. This time, they will be eager to break that chain and make many surprises.
The nation’s best player, Son Heung-min, will be prepared to make an impact for his side. He will undoubtedly be the starter for South Korea in every World Cup game if fit.
Hong Myung-bo, who will manage his nation for the second time at the World Cup, will try to name his strongest lineup in every match.
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Who all will be expected to be in the starting lineup?
Former Tottenham Hotspur star Son will be in the starting lineup. He is just two goals shy of levelling the country’s all-time scoring record.
There are plenty of attackers who will contend for the starting spot in South Korea’s lineup. Hwang Hee-chan, Lee Jae-sung and Lee Kang-in are probably taking charge of the attacking lineup.
At the back, Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae will be acting as the main leader of the defence. He will form a strong defence alongside Lee Han-beom and Lee Gi-hyuk.
South Korea are expected to have a four-man midfield, with Hwang In-beom expected to form the engine room with other midfielders. Moreover, two players in attack, Hwang Hee-chan and Lee Jae-sung, should play behind the last man, Son Heung-min, who will operate as a striker.
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South Korea’s predicted lineup vs the Czech Republic
South Korea predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Kim Seung-gyu; Lee Gi-hyuk, Kim Min-jae, Lee Han-beom; Seol Young-woo, Hwang In-beom, Paik Seung-ho, Lee Tae-seok; Hwang Hee-chan, Lee Jae-sung; Son Heung-min
When is South Korea’s first game?
12 June, 7:30 am IST.
Who is their first opponent?
Czech Republic.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.