South Korea aims for World Cup opener win against historic trend
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:29 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
South Korea is set to face their World Cup opener on Thursday, looking to break a streak of defeats in opening matches dating back to 2010. The team's previous performances have not met expectations, and this match presents a crucial opportunity to change that narrative. Fans and analysts alike are keenly observing this matchup as the tournament progresses. Achieving a win would not only uplift the team's spirit but also impact their momentum in the group stage.
- •South Korea plays their World Cup opener on Thursday.
- •The team has not won an opener since 2010.
- •Breaking this trend is critical for their tournament prospects.
- 1:06 AMESPN — Can South Korea overcome their poor World Cup open...
"On Thursday, South Korea will be looking to do what they haven't been able to since 2010 -- win their opener.
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