FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
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Thu 25 Jun
01:00 GMT
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CalibrSports Research
Updated 25 Jun 2026 · 8 min read

South Africa vs Korea Republic Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips — FIFA World Cup 2026 25 Jun 2026

South Africa's World Cup dreams hang by a thread as they face a confident Korea Republic side

18%
29%
53%
South Africa
Draw 29%
Korea Republic

What's at Stake

Korea Republic, meanwhile, has momentum on their side after a come-from-behind win over the Czech Republic in their opening match. They will be looking to build on that result and take advantage of South Africa's desperation to stay in the tournament.

Form & Team News

South Africa's best chance of getting a result may be to park the bus and try to catch Korea Republic on the counter. However, this approach may not be enough to secure a win, given Korea Republic's superior attacking talent and midfield control.

Key Numbers
0.8
South Africa xG
vs
Expected Goals
1.2
Korea Republic xG

The Head-to-Head Factor

The Bafana Bafana, on the other hand, have struggled to score goals, and their 2-0 loss to Mexico in their opening match was a disappointing result. They will need to improve significantly if they are to get a result against Korea Republic.

Our Prediction

South Africa's best chance of getting a result may be to park the bus and try to catch Korea Republic on the counter. However, this approach may not be enough to secure a win, given Korea Republic's superior attacking talent and midfield control.

AI Prediction
Away Win
Most likely: 0-1
53%
confidence

Key Stats

  • Korea Republic has an Elo rating of 1742, compared to South Africa's 1564
  • South Africa has scored 9 goals and conceded 1 in their last 5 matches
  • Korea Republic has scored 9 goals and conceded 3 in their last 5 matches
  • South Africa has a shot efficiency of 6.7, compared to Korea Republic's 8.6
  • Korea Republic has an average possession of 72% in their last 5 matches
  • The expected goals (xG) for this match are 0.75 for South Africa and 1.21 for Korea Republic
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