Who will South Korea face in the Round of 32?

It depends on where Korea finish. If they win Group A, they face the runner-up of Group B (currently Italy). If they finish 2nd, they face the winner of Group B (currently Canada).

Is it better for South Korea to finish 1st or 2nd?

Finishing 1st means facing a runner-up, which is typically an easier path. Toggle match results on the scenarios page to see how each outcome changes the knockout bracket.

What is South Korea's path to the World Cup final?

Korea's knockout path depends on their group position. Use the scenario simulator to explore different finishing positions and see the full route.

South Korea — Knockout Path

Who could Korea face in the Round of 32?

Current position

Korea are 4th in Group A

Korea need to move into the top 2 to reach the knockout stage

Finish 1st

Win the group

Face Italy (2nd in Group B)

Group B runner-up

Finish 2nd

Runner-up

Face Canada (1st in Group B)

Group B winner

Why position matters

Finish 1st → face Italy (Group B runner-up)

Finish 2nd → face Canada (Group B winner)

Toggle results on the scenarios page to see how the group position changes.

Toggle results to change position →Can Korea still qualify? →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will South Korea face in the Round of 32?: It depends on where Korea finish. If they win Group A, they face the runner-up of Group B (currently Italy). If they finish 2nd, they face the winner of Group B (currently Canada).
Is it better for South Korea to finish 1st or 2nd?: Finishing 1st means facing a runner-up, which is typically an easier path. Toggle match results on the scenarios page to see how each outcome changes the knockout bracket.
What is South Korea's path to the World Cup final?: Korea's knockout path depends on their group position. Use the scenario simulator to explore different finishing positions and see the full route.