South Korea vs Brazil International Friendly Preview Predictions and Lineups Revealed
Brazil Seeks Redemption in Seoul Friendly Against South Korea
Brazil Aims to Rebound After Bolivia Defeat
Brazil’s national soccer team is looking to bounce back from a disappointing defeat against Bolivia as they head to Seoul for an international friendly with South Korea this Friday. Despite qualifying for the upcoming World Cup in June, the team struggled throughout the CONMEBOL qualifiers, finishing in fifth place. The loss in El Alto marked a challenging phase for Brazil, even with the recent appointment of Carlo Ancelotti as manager.
Ancelotti’s Quest for Momentum
Under Ancelotti’s leadership, Brazil has played four matches, securing only two victories so far. The upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan represent a crucial opportunity to gain momentum ahead of the World Cup. The team needs to refine their strategies and boost their confidence to stand a chance against the world’s best come next summer.
South Korea: A Formidable Opponent
South Korea, who also qualified for the World Cup, has been enjoying an impressive 16-match unbeaten streak. This includes a notable 2–0 victory over the USMNT and a 2–2 draw with Mexico last month. Interestingly, the two teams last met during the previous World Cup, where Brazil emerged victorious with a 4–1 win in the knockout round.
Broadcasting Details
For soccer fans looking to catch the action, the match lacks broadcast rights in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Mexico. However, it will be broadcasted in Brazil by television networks such as Globoplay, Zapping, and Sky+. Other South American countries will not air the game.
| Country | Channel/Live Stream |
|---|---|
| United States | Not televised |
| United Kingdom | Not televised |
| Canada | Not televised |
| Mexico | Not televised |
| Brazil | Globoplay, Zapping, Claro TV+, Sky+, Globo |
Lineups and Key Players
South Korea will have star forward Son Heung-min available. The LAFC player has made a significant impact in the MLS, scoring eight goals and providing two assists in nine appearances. South Korea’s lineup will likely feature Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae and Paris Saint-Germain’s Lee Kang-in.
- South Korea Predicted Lineup (5-4-1): Hyeon-woo; Young-woo, Han-beom, Min-jae, Ju-sung, Tae-seok; Kang-in, Seung-ho, Castrop, Jae-sung; Son.
Brazil, however, faces several injuries, with first-choice goalkeeper Alisson ruled out due to a hamstring injury. Other players such as Raphinha and Marquinhos are also unavailable, but the squad welcomes back Vinícius Júnior and others from the Premier League such as Gabriel, Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, Matheus Cunha, and Richarlison.
- Brazil Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Bento; Wesley, Militão, Gabriel, Santos; Guimarães, Casemiro; Estêvão, Cunha, Vinícius; Richarlison.
Match Prediction
Although South Korea boasts an unbeaten record, they have yet to face a team of Brazil’s caliber since their last defeat in February 2024. While South Korea poses a challenge, Brazil’s attacking prowess and depth could see them emerge as winners in this friendly encounter. Final prediction: South Korea 1–2 Brazil.
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