What to know before Korea’s last group stage match against South Africa

South Korea will take the field against South Africa on Wednesday (Thursday morning Korean time) with hopes of advancing to the round of 32 at the World Cup.

With one win and one defeat from their opening two matches, the Taegeuk Warriors need only to avoid a defeat to book their spot in the knockout stage without relying on other results.

The odds appear to be in their favor.

Opta Football Predictions on Monday gave Korea a 91.22 percent chance of reaching the World Cup round of 32.

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