South Korea Squad for World Cup 2026

Jul 17, 2026

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Official guidance on the South Korea men’s national football team for the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring the finalized roster announced by head coach Hong Myung-bo. The guide highlights why the squad is considered historic, emphasizing Son Heung-min’s leadership, a core of elite European-club players, and a landmark mixed-race debut selection. It also provides a position-by-position squad list and outlines Group A context, including fixtures and tactical expectations for potential lineups and match objectives.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryWorld Cup

FormatPDF

Pages6

Reading Time9 min

AccessFree to download

South Korea Final Squad Overview

Historic Roster Highlights

Official Squad Breakdown

Goalkeepers

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

World Cup 2026 Group A Schedule

Group A Fixtures and Time Zone Notes

Tactics and Expectations

Potential Formation and Key Roles

South Korea Squad for World Cup ØÖØÜ The anticipation is over. Head coach Hong Myung-bo has bypassed the traditional ÛÛman provisional phase to directly announce the final ØÜ-man South Korea squad for the FIFA World Cup ØÖØÜ . Hailed by analysts as one of the most talented generations in the nation’s football history, the Taegeuk Warriors are geared up to make a massive statement on the global stage. Whether you are tracking your favorite players, updating your fantasy bracket, or looking for the complete tournament schedule, this comprehensive guide delivers everything you need to know about the official South Korea national football team. The Big Talking Points: What Makes This Roster Historic? South Korea's ØÖØÜ roster blends elite European club experience, veteran leadership, and historic new talent. Here are the major storylines defining the squad: • The Four-Time Captain: At ÙÙ years old, legendary forward Son Heung-min ( now showcasing his masterclass at LAFC) returns to lead his nation for his fourth consecutive World Cup tournament. • Elite European Core: The spine of the team features world-class talent playing at the highest levels of European football, including Paris Saint-Germain's midfield maestro Lee Kang-in, Bayern Munich's defensive wall Kim Min-jae, and Wolves' clinical winger Hwang Hee-chan. • A Historic Debut: Borussia Mönchengladbach's dynamic midfielder Jens Castrop makes history as the first-ever mixed-race player to be named to a South Korean World Cup squad, choosing to represent his mother’s native country. Official ØÜ-Man South Korea Squad Breakdown 􀀍Goalkeepers Reliable veteran presence and shot-stopping excellence define the goal line for the Taegeuk Warriors. • Kim Seung-gyu (FC Tokyo) • Jo Hyeon-woo (Ulsan HD) • Song Bum-keun (Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors) 􀀙 Defenders Anchored by one of the world's best center-backs, the defense offers a robust mix of physical dominance and modern full-back overlapping capabilities. • Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich) • Jens Castrop (Borussia Mönchengladbach) • Park Jin-seob (Zhejiang FC) • Cho Yu-min (Sharjah FC) • Lee Han-beom (FC Midtjylland) • Kim Tae-hyeon (Kashima Antlers) • Lee Kee-hyuk (Gangwon FC) • Lee Tae-seok (堅Austria Wien) • Seol Young-woo (Red Star Belgrade) • Kim Moon-hwan (Daejeon Hana Citizen) ⚔ Midfielders This is arguably South Korea's strongest department—packed with creative playmakers, high-pressing workhorses, and lethal wingers who thrive in transition. • Lee Kang-in (Paris Saint-Germain) • Hwang Hee-chan (Wolverhampton Wanderers) • Hwang In-beom (Feyenoord) • Lee Jae-sung (Mainz ÖÛ) • Paik Seung-ho (Birmingham City) • Yang Hyun-jun (Celtic) • Kim Jin-gyu (Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors) • Bae Jun-ho (Stoke City) • Eom Ji-sung (Swansea City) • Lee Dong-gyeong (Ulsan HD) 􀃦 Forwards A balanced frontline featuring iconic leadership, aerial prowess, and clinical finishing inside the box. • Son Heung-mi

FAQs

Who announced the final South Korea squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026?

Head coach Hong Myung-bo announced the final roster for South Korea’s FIFA World Cup 2026 squad.

What makes the roster historic according to the guide?

The guide credits the squad’s elite European experience, veteran leadership, and a historic debut selection of Jens Castrop as the first mixed-race player named to a South Korean World Cup squad.

What tactical approach is expected under Hong Myung-bo?

The guide expects a fluid or aggressive formation, with Kim Min-jae organizing the defensive line, Lee Kang-in driving transition play, and Son Heung-min plus Hwang Hee-chan providing primary attacking threats.

Jul 17, 2026

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