The Straits Times·2 min read·easy
South Korea's World Cup exit confirmed
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South Korea has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after failing to secure a spot in the round of 32 following a series of group stage results. The team finished third in Group A and did not qualify among the best third-placed teams.
Why it matters
The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams has changed qualification dynamics, affecting how nations track their progress in the tournament.
South Korea's Lee Kang-in reacts after his team to South Africa.
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Confidence: 95%
The report is a factual summary of tournament results and qualification math.
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