South Korea arrive with 3 points and more pedigree; South Africa need points. Tight game in Monterrey.
South Korea already have a win and can manage the tempo in Monterrey. South Africa need a big response after losing 2-0 to Mexico.
South Korea possesses superior technical quality and will use their speed to exploit the gaps left by a South Africa pushing forward.
South Korea better placed and in form to take the win in Monterrey.
South Korea showed more dynamism and goals against Czechia, while South Africa looked fragile against Mexico.
Monterrey
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | +6 | 9 | |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 4 | |
| 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 3 | |
| 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 1 |