Now, long-term management or gaze is needed as much as the game.
The South Korean national soccer team, led by head coach Hong Myung-bo, will play the sixth Group B match of the 2026 FIFA North-China World Cup Asian qualifying round against Palestine at 11 p.m. on the 19th (Korea Standard Time).
In the 5th match against Kuwait held on the 14th, South Korea secured a 3-1 victory and maintained the top spot in the group with 4 wins and 1 draw (13 points). Hwang In-beom’s outstanding ability to coordinate the game and sharp movements of Lee Kang-in and Lee Jae-sung led the team to victory, overwhelming the opponent’s defense that had fallen.
South Korea showed off its offensive football against Kuwait. Oh Se-hoon was put on the front line, followed by Son Heung-min, Lee Kang-in and Lee Jae-sung. In the midfield, Hwang In-beom and Park Yong-woo took the center of the offense and defense, while Lee Myung-jae, Kim Min-jae, Cho Yoo-min and Seol Young-woo came forward.
In the first 10 minutes of the match, South Korea scored the first goal when Oh Se-hoon connected Hwang In-beom’s elaborate early cross with a header. In the 19th minute of the first half, Son Heung-min scored a penalty kick to widen the gap. In the 28th minute of the second half, Hwang In-beom delivered an accurate pass to Bae Joon-ho to create an additional goal.
Korea has secured victories in away matches against Oman, Jordan and Kuwait that may be difficult. The match against Palestine will be held once again in Jordan due to the away match and complicated domestic circumstances of the Palestinians. In many ways, the match could be revenge for the first round, the only draw for the Hong Myung-bo team.
Fortunately, the Amman International Stadium in Jordan has a pleasant memory for Hong Myung-bo. In October, it was considered the most difficult game in the A-match, and gained momentum by winning 2-0 to the stadium where Jordan was played.
In fact, the away game, which was most feared by the Middle East-oriented group, will be over for a long time once the match against Palestine is held. In addition to the chaotic period such as the change of coach, a difficult situation could arise, but since Hong Myung-bo quickly managed the team and overcame the crisis, he needs to take the lead in the big stage of the World Cup.
In addition, the team is paying attention to finding new faces and managing physical strength of existing players. In case of Son, who just returned from injury, the team quickly replaced Bae Jun-ho at 15 minutes in the second half. It is a substitution and consideration given to players’ physical condition. The scene highlights Hong Myung-bo’s long-term management. 토토사이트
In addition, Lee Ki-hyuk, Lee Hyun-joo and Kim Bong-soo, who are on the roster, are also eligible to be appointed to the national team depending on circumstances. Lee Hyun-joo made his debut as a substitute in the match against Kuwait, showing good compliance.
Depending on the situation, Kim Bong-soo and Lee Ki-hyuk can also make debut matches for the national team. In fact, Coach Hong Myung-bo showed consideration to the players he selected by giving them the maximum opportunity, so even if it is difficult to select them, it is worth looking forward to the introduction of the two players.
In fact, the team has passed some critical junctures to advance to the World Cup. What is needed now is long-term player management and exploration for a bigger stage. Attention is focusing on whether Hong Myung-bo will be able to continue this trend in the match against Palestine and continue his preparations for a systematic World Cup.