World Cup · World · Group Stage - 3FT
South Africa1-0
South Korea
Thu 25 Jun · 01:00📍 Estadio BBVARef · Facundo Raul Tello Figueroa, Argentina
South Africa vs South Korea Result & Match Review
South Africa vs South Korea in World Cup, World. Review the final score, AI-graded tips, form, H2H and detailed stats on BetLogic.
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Match result
South Africa 1-0 South Korea (FT)
In a closely contested Group Stage match at the neutral Estadio BBVA, South Africa secured a narrow 1-0 victory over South Korea in the 2026 World Cup.
What happened
At the neutral World Cup venue Estadio BBVA, South Africa managed to hold off a possession-heavy South Korea side to claim a 1-0 victory in the final Group Stage match. South Korea controlled 68% of possession but were unable to convert their chances, while South Africa’s efficient shooting and defensive organization proved decisive.
Key turning points
The match was defined by South Africa’s solitary goal which ultimately decided the outcome. South Korea’s inability to capitalize on their possession and corner advantage was critical in the result.
Stats that mattered
South Korea held 68% possession compared to South Africa’s 32%, but South Africa took 13 total shots with 4 on target versus South Korea’s 8 shots and 3 on target. Both teams had 5 shots inside the box, while South Africa had more shots from outside the box (8 to 3). South Korea had 6 corners to South Africa’s 4. Expected goals were close: South Africa 1.10, South Korea 1.00.
What this means next
South Africa’s victory in the final Group Stage match could impact qualification scenarios, while South Korea will need to reassess after failing to secure at least a draw despite dominant possession.
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Match result — quick answer
- Result read
- South Africa 1-0 South Korea (FT)
- What happened?
- In a closely contested Group Stage match at the neutral Estadio BBVA, South Africa secured a narrow 1-0 victory over South Korea in the 2026 World Cup.
- Risk note
- Match tips and predictions are probabilistic and do not guarantee outcomes.