Key facts
- South Korea's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been announced.
- The squad includes more players from European leagues than previous Korean teams.
- Son Heung-min is participating in his fourth World Cup.
- All of South Korea's group stage matches will be held in Mexico.
South Korea's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been revealed, highlighting a notable increase in players based in European leagues compared to previous tournaments. Son Heung-min, a prominent figure in Korean football, is set to participate in his fourth World Cup, which is anticipated to be his last. The team's group stage fixtures are all scheduled to be played in Mexico, meaning they will not have the advantage of a home crowd.