South Africa vs South Korea Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest World Cup Odds for Wednesday, June 24th
South Africa face a monumental task as they prepare to clash with South Korea in their final Group A fixture of the FIFA World Cup. Let's take a look at this South Africa vs. South Korea prediction and best bet for the Group A finale on Wednesday, June 24th.
OC Staff - June 24, 2026, 6:30 PM EDT
3 Minute ReadSouth Africa vs South Korea Prediction: Can Korea Solidify Second Place in Group A on Wednesday Night?
South Africa face a monumental task as they prepare to clash with South Korea in their final Group A fixture of the FIFA World Cup. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9 PM ET on June 24th, with Bafana Bafana sitting rock bottom of the standings and desperately needing a victory to keep their tournament dreams alive, while their opponents sit comfortably in second place.
South Africa vs South Korea Recent Results
The hosts enter this decisive match following a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Czechia, which followed a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Mexico in their opening game. Bafana Bafana have struggled for consistency, though they did pick up a 1-0 friendly win over Jamaica and a goalless draw against Nicaragua in their warm-up fixtures.
The visitors, meanwhile, suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to tournament hosts Mexico in their last outing, failing to build on their impressive 2-1 opening-day victory over Czechia. Before the tournament, they showed formidable form with a 5-0 thrashing of Trinidad and Tobago and a 1-0 win over El Salvador, despite a minor slip-up in a 1-0 loss to Austria.
South Africa vs South Korea Head to Head
There are no recent head-to-head meetings recorded between these two nations, meaning this crucial World Cup encounter will be a fresh chapter in their footballing history.
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South Africa vs. South Korea Odds
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South Africa vs. South Korea Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Where: Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe, Mexico
- How to Watch: FS1, Telemundo, FOX One
South Africa vs. South Korea Betting Trends
Here are the latest betting trends for this South Africa vs. South Korea match, as you try to find your favorite betting angle for the game. Powered by Oddschecker+ Trends Tool to bring you the best AI advantage for the World Cup.
South Africa vs South Korea Probable Lineups
South Africa (4-3-3): Williams; Modiba, Mbokazi, Okon, Mudau; Mofokeng, Sithole, Mbatha; Appollis, Rayners, Maseko
South Korea (3-4-3): Seung-Gyu; Gi-Hyuk, Min-Jae, Han-Beom; Young-Woo, Seung-Ho, In-Beom, Moon-Hwan; Jae-Sung, Heung-Min, Kang-In
South Africa vs South Korea Team News
South Africa welcome back Sphephelo Sithole to central midfield after serving a suspension, but they face a major selection headache with both Teboho Mokoena and Themba Zwane ruled out due to suspensions. Relebohile Mofokeng is expected to deputise in midfield.
The away side, on the other hand, enjoy a clean bill of health. Hong Myung-bo is expected to name an unchanged starting lineup, with Lee Jae-sung retaining his spot in the attacking trio.
Prediction: South Africa 1-2 South Korea
The visitors hold the upper hand in almost every statistical metric, averaging 59.54% possession compared to South Africa's 50.96%, and registering more shots per game (12 to 10). Crucially, the Asian giants dominate in the air, winning an average of 20 aerial duels per match compared to just eight for Bafana Bafana. With the home side forced to attack to secure qualification, the visitors' clinical transition game, led by Son Heung-Min, should exploit the gaps. A 2-1 victory for the away side is the predicted outcome.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score - Yes (+105) Check out the best odds on BetMGM Sportsbook
Given that South Africa must win to progress, they cannot afford to sit back. This desperate need for goals should open up the game, making Both Teams to Score an excellent alternative betting angle, especially with both teams finding the net in their respective matches against Czechia.
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