Did South Korea qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

Yes, South Korea qualified for the World Cup 2026. They made their 12th World Cup appearance.

What group was South Korea in for World Cup 2026?

South Korea was in Group A for the World Cup 2026. They played their group stage matches between June 13 and June 23, 2026.

How far did South Korea go at the 2026 World Cup?

South Korea did not advance beyond the group stage at the World Cup 2026. They finished third in Group A with 4 points from one win, one draw, and one loss.

What were South Korea's results in Group A at the World Cup 2026?

South Korea's results in Group A were: South Korea 1–1 Mexico (June 13, 2026), South Korea 2–1 Canada (June 18, 2026), and South Korea 0–1 Morocco (June 23, 2026).

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South Korea at World Cup 2026: Performance, Markets & Group A

By Catie Di StefanoPublished May 21, 2026Updated August 5, 2026

South Korea completed their 2026 World Cup campaign on June 23, 2026, exiting at the group stage. This guide examines their performance and what lessons can be drawn from their tournament run.

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South Korea at World Cup 2026: Performance, Markets & Group A

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Frequently asked questions

Did South Korea qualify for the 2026 World Cup?: Yes, South Korea qualified for the World Cup 2026. They made their 12th World Cup appearance.
What group was South Korea in for World Cup 2026?: South Korea was in Group A for the World Cup 2026. They played their group stage matches between June 13 and June 23, 2026.
How far did South Korea go at the 2026 World Cup?: South Korea did not advance beyond the group stage at the World Cup 2026. They finished third in Group A with 4 points from one win, one draw, and one loss.
What were South Korea's results in Group A at the World Cup 2026?: South Korea's results in Group A were: South Korea 1–1 Mexico (June 13, 2026), South Korea 2–1 Canada (June 18, 2026), and South Korea 0–1 Morocco (June 23, 2026).

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