[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-south-korea-squad-2026-son-kim-lead-world-cup-group-a-bid":61,"news-related-south-korea-squad-2026-son-kim-lead-world-cup-group-a-bid-en":109,"news-related-match-south-korea-squad-2026-son-kim-lead-world-cup-group-a-bid-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":39,"hostCities":40},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",-37,-20,"finished_recent",false,[41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60],"Atlanta","Boston","Dallas","East Rutherford","Guadalajara","Houston","Kansas City","Los Angeles","Mexico City","Miami","Monterrey","New-York","New York New Jersey","Philadelphia","San-Francisco","San Francisco Bay Area","Seattle","Toronto","Vancouver","Zapopan",{"article":62},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":63,"category":64,"excerpt":65,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":66,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":70,"slug":71,"sourceName":72,"sourceURL":73,"teamId":74,"teamName":75,"teamIds":76,"teamNames":92,"title":108},"South Korea has officially announced its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, revealed over two separate dates—May 27 and June 1—as the Taeguk Warriors finalize their preparations for Group A. The 26-player selection blends experienced internationals with emerging talents, setting the stage for what promises to be a compelling campaign in the expanded 48-team tournament.\n\nCaptain Son Heung-min, who recently moved to Los Angeles FC, headlines the roster alongside defensive stalwart Kim Min-jae of Bayern Munich. Son’s leadership and goal-scoring prowess remain vital, while Kim’s commanding presence at the back provides a solid foundation. The duo epitomizes the squad’s mix of global pedigree and Asian football strength.\n\nIn goal, three shot-stoppers have been named: Kim Seung-gyu (FC Tokyo), Song Bum-keun (Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors), and Jo Hyeon-woo (Ulsan HD). Each brings extensive experience from both club and international football, ensuring healthy competition for the starting spot.\n\nThe defensive unit is robust, featuring 10 players. Alongside Kim Min-jae, the full-back positions are covered by Kim Moon-hwan (Daejeon Hana Citizen), Kim Tae-hyeon (Kashima Antlers), and Seol Young-woo (Crvena zvezda). Central defensive options include Park Jin-seop (Zhejiang Professional), Lee Ki-hyuk (Gangwon FC), Lee Tae-seok (Austria Vienna), Lee Han-beom (FC Midtjylland), and Cho Yu-min (Al-Sharjah). Jens Castrop, who plies his trade at Borussia Mönchengladbach, adds versatility and European experience.\n\nMidfield is the engine room of this South Korean side, loaded with technical ability and work rate. Paris Saint-Germain’s Lee Kang-in is the creative fulcrum, capable of unlocking defenses with his vision. Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Hwang Hee-chan offers explosive pace on the flanks, while Mainz 05’s Lee Jae-sung provides composure and tactical intelligence. The central pairing could see Paik Seung-ho (Birmingham City) and Feyenoord’s Hwang In-beom bring balance, with Stoke City’s Bae Jun-ho and Celtic’s Yang Hyun-jun providing youthful energy. Swansea City’s Eom Ji-sung and Ulsan’s Lee Dong-gyeong add further depth.\n\nThe attacking line is spearheaded by Son Heung-min, whose 127 international caps and 48 goals make him the country’s all-time leading scorer. Supporting him are Cho Gue-sung, who impressed at the 2022 World Cup and now plays for Midtjylland, and Oh Hyeon-gyu, a physical presence at Beşiktaş. The trio offers a blend of creativity, aerial threat, and clinical finishing that will trouble any defense.\n\nNotably, the squad features a significant contingent from K League clubs, underscoring the domestic competition’s quality. At the same time, nine players are based in Europe, and others in Japan, China, and the United States, highlighting the diverse paths these athletes have taken. This mix of domestic and overseas experience could be a key asset in adapting to the varied challenges of a World Cup.\n\nSouth Korea’s Group A opponents have yet to be determined, but the Taeguk Warriors will enter the tournament with confidence. The team’s recent performances under the current coaching setup have shown tactical flexibility and a strong defensive structure, making them a potential dark horse.\n\nWith the World Cup returning to North America for the first time since 1994, South Korea will look to channel the spirit of their historic 2002 semifinal run. The squad’s average age sits at a prime point—experienced yet hungry—and players like Lee Kang-in and Hwang Hee-chan are entering their peak years. This could be the tournament where South Korea transitions from a respected Asian side to a genuine global contender.\n\nThe announcement of this squad marks the beginning of the final countdown to the World Cup. Training camps and friendlies in the coming months will be crucial for building chemistry, especially with players traveling from clubs across the world. Fans will be eager to see how this talented group gels ahead of their Group A opener.\n\nBased on reporting from L'Equipe.","news","South Korea names 26-man squad for World Cup Group A, headlined by Son Heung-min and Kim Min-jae, with Lee Kang-in and Hwang Hee-chan also included.","333015148811784193","326135637553975296","Friendlies","0","2026-05-21T20:20:00Z","south-korea-squad-2026-son-kim-lead-world-cup-group-a-bid","L'Equipe","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lequipe.fr\u002FFootball\u002FActualites\u002FCoupe-du-monde-2026-toutes-les-listes-des-selections-deja-connues\u002F1675149#at_medium=RSS_feeds","326257580395466752","FC Tokyo",[74,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87,88,89,90,91],"326257534170042368","326255040442404864","326257808435580928","326257807814823936","326257808477523968","326257563425312768","326222712324231168","326257580315774976","326257567011442688","326257534300065792","326257536078450688","326257561592401920","326257590512128000","326222711946743808","326257623726821376",[75,93,94,95,96,97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104,105,106,107],"Bayern München","Austria Vienna","Stoke City","Birmingham","Swansea","Feyenoord","Austria","Kashima","Celtic","Borussia Mönchengladbach","Paris Saint Germain","FC Midtjylland","Los Angeles FC","South Korea","Gangwon FC","South Korea Squad 2026: Son, Kim Lead World Cup Group A Bid",[110,145,177,215],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":111,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":112,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":113,"slug":114,"sourceName":72,"sourceURL":115,"teamId":116,"teamName":117,"teamIds":118,"teamNames":131,"title":144},"Breel Embolo's U.S. visa delayed after embassy requests 2018 threat conviction records; 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Norway Beat Sweden 3-1",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":216,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":217,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":218,"slug":219,"sourceName":220,"sourceURL":221,"teamId":152,"teamName":153,"teamIds":222,"teamNames":230,"title":238},"Craig Bellamy has rejected club approaches, including from Burnley and Celtic, opting to honour his Wales contract through Euro 2028, with a £700k release","336940104549404673","2026-06-01T15:36:15Z","bellamy-rejects-burnley-celtic-700k-release-clause","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fcn9pw8qyryjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss",[152,223,156,164,224,161,225,226,227,155,228,81,229],"326222712462643200","326222712429088768","326257546010562560","326257661651718144","326257807676411904","326257545830207488","326257546358689792",[153,231,167,175,232,172,233,234,235,166,236,97,237],"Bosnia & Herzegovina","Scotland","Burnley","Romania","Cardiff","Fulham","Leeds","Bellamy Rejects Burnley & Celtic: £700k Release Clause"]