📅 March 20, 2025, Thursday. 🕒 13:55 MSK / 15:55 UZT
World Cup Qualifying
Korea Republic vs Oman Live Stream
🕒 13:55 мск | Прямой эфир. Азиатский отборочный турнир к ЧМ 2026. Южная Корея — Оман. Прямая трансляция
Match Preview: South Korea vs. Oman
On March 20, 2025, South Korea will face Oman in a crucial AFC World Cup qualifying match at Seoul World Cup Stadium. South Korea aims to secure early qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Oman seeks to strengthen its position in the qualifiers.
Team Form and Performance
South Korea: The Taeguk Warriors have been impressive in their qualifying campaign, winning nine and drawing three of their 12 matches. They have lost only one of their last 31 World Cup qualifying matches, highlighting their consistency. Notably, South Korea has not lost a World Cup qualifying match at home since June 2013.
Oman: Oman has experienced mixed results, with two wins and four draws in their six qualifying matches. They suffered a 3-1 home defeat to South Korea in the reverse fixture and a 4-0 loss to Jordan away from home, indicating vulnerabilities against stronger teams.
Key Players and Team News
South Korea: Defender Kim Min-jae has been withdrawn from the squad due to an Achilles tendon injury. Coach Hong Myung-bo criticized Bayern Munich for not adequately protecting Kim, leading to his injury. Center-half Kim Ju-sung from FC Seoul has been called up as his replacement.
Oman: Specific player information for Oman is limited, but the team will need to address defensive issues highlighted in recent heavy defeats to remain competitive.
Prediction
Given South Korea’s strong home record and Oman’s recent defensive struggles, a comfortable victory for South Korea is anticipated. A 2-0 or 3-0 scoreline in favor of South Korea seems plausible.
Please note: Football matches are unpredictable. While analysis can provide insights, actual outcomes may vary. Always consider multiple factors when interpreting match predictions.