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South Korea
FIFA #22
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South Africa
FIFA #51
Date
Sat 27 Jun
Kickoff ET
15:00
CEST
21:00
Group
A
⏳ Date subject to FIFA confirmation

South Korea vs South Africa at the 2026 World Cup

South Korea and South Africa meet in Group A of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday 27th June 2026. Kickoff at 15:00 ET in Estadio BBVA, Monterrey. On the FIFA ranking, South Korea are the favourite.

Stadium: Estadio BBVA

Stadium
Estadio BBVA
City
Monterrey
Country
Mexico
Capacity
53,000

→ Full Estadio BBVA profile

Match preview: South Korea vs South Africa

South Korea: Ten consecutive World Cups. With Son Heung-min (Tottenham), Lee Kang-in (PSG) and Hwang Hee-chan, an experienced squad.

South Africa: Bafana Bafana are back at the World Cup after 16 years. Strong growth under Broos; third at the 2024 Africa Cup.

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Frequently asked questions about South Korea - South Africa

When is South Korea vs South Africa at the 2026 World Cup?

South Korea vs South Africa is played on Saturday 27th June 2026 at 15:00 ET (kickoff local Eastern Time). Date pending FIFA confirmation.

Which stadium hosts South Korea vs South Africa?

The match is played at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico. The stadium has a capacity of 53,000 spectators.

Which group are South Korea and South Africa in?

Both teams are in Group A of the 2026 World Cup, together with Mexico and Czechia.

Who is the favourite: South Korea or South Africa?

On the FIFA world ranking, South Korea are at #22 and South Africa at #51. South Korea are the favourite.

What time does South Korea vs South Africa kick off?

Kickoff is 15:00 Eastern Time. That is 21:00 CEST in continental Europe.

Last updated: 2026-06-07 · Date/time pending

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