South Korea — World Cup 2026
South Korea's 2002 semi-final run remains one of football's greatest stories. Led by captain Son Heung-min — one of the best forwards in Premier League history — the Taeguk Warriors return to the World Cup with European stars and a burning desire to recapture that magic.
Key Storylines
Son Heung-min's World Cup Swansong?
Son will be 34 at the 2026 World Cup — this may be his final major tournament. The Tottenham captain is one of the greatest players in Premier League history and Korea's all-time top scorer. He'll carry the weight of 50 million people's dreams on his shoulders.
Lee Kang-in — PSG Prodigy
Lee Kang-in at PSG has emerged as one of Asia's most talented players. Creative, technically gifted, and a big-game performer, he provides the creative link between midfield and Son in attack. He's the next generation of Korean talent stepping into Son's shadow.
Chasing the 2002 Ghost
South Korea's 2002 semi-final remains the greatest achievement in Asian football history. Every Korean squad since has chased that shadow. With the quality now in European leagues — Kim Min-jae at Bayern, Son at Spurs, Lee at PSG — this squad has the tools to reach the quarter-finals.
South Korea Highlights
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Spain vs Korea Republic | 2002 Quarter-Finals
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Spain vs Korea Republic | 2002 Quarter-Finals
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Spain vs Korea Republic | 2002 Quarter-Finals
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Spain vs Korea Republic | 2002 Quarter-Finals
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Spain vs Korea Republic | 2002 Quarter-Finals
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FULL MATCH: Germany v Korea Republic | 2018 FIFA World Cup
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Analysis & Previews
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